Strategic Commodity Manager: Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Precision Castparts Corp.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly cash bonus

Paid time off 120 hours

10 paid holidays

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp.'s Wyman Gordon Division is looking for a Commodity Manager to develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions while ensuring a reliable supply base. You will work with Operations, Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Finance to align sourcing with business needs and policies.

The role requires a BS in a related field and 5–8 years in procurement within manufacturing, with strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Business or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, commodity management, supply chain, or related functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Source raw materials, components, goods, and services through competitive bidding and negotiations.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, lead times, service levels, and capacity commitments.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and develop corrective action plans when needed.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 50%.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Sourcing strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial acumen

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Supply Chain

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp.'s Wyman Gordon Division is looking for a Commodity Manager to develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions while ensuring a reliable supply base. You will work with Operations, Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Finance to align sourcing with business needs and policies.

The role requires a BS in a related field and 5–8 years in procurement within manufacturing, with strong communication and negotiation skills.