Strategic Commodity Manager: Sourcing & Supplier Relations

Kinsley Power Systems; Clayton (MO); Presencial; USD 125.000 - 131.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Winchester is seeking a strategic Commodity Manager to lead sourcing and procurement for assigned commodities in Clayton, MO. You will develop category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations.

The role focuses on optimizing spend, improving delivery, and driving value through effective negotiation and cross-functional collaboration. It requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience with purchasing processes and ISO

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering (required or preferred).
• Minimum six years of purchasing experience, including at least two years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel; SAP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes, MRP systems, and ISO standards.
• Ability to prioritize, manage high-volume workload, and collaborate across teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, leadership, negotiation, organizational, presentation, problem-solving, project management, and decision-making skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead strategy development for assigned commodity categories and supplier development.
• Evaluate cost savings opportunities and drive value analysis initiatives.
• Solicit bids, analyze quotations, and recommend suppliers.
• Purchase materials and services at optimal price, quality, and specification levels.
• Negotiate complex supply agreements and monitor market trends to inform strategy.
• Direct supplier performance and coordinate annual supplier ratings to ensure quality.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Excel

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Winchester is seeking a strategic Commodity Manager to lead sourcing and procurement for assigned commodities in Clayton, MO. You will develop category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations.

The role focuses on optimizing spend, improving delivery, and driving value through effective negotiation and cross-functional collaboration. It requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience with purchasing processes and ISO