Strategic Commodity Manager: Supplier Strategy & Savings

Vybond; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vybond, a global leader in pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, is seeking a Commodity Manager in Franklin, KY to develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, indirect categories, and services. You will own supplier relationships and work with Purchasing, Operations, Sales, Planning, R&D, Quality, and Finance to support cost, continuity, and risk management.

Key responsibilities include leading RFQs, supplier evaluations, cost models, and negotiations; monitoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of procurement/sourcing experience.
• Experience with raw materials, packaging, chemicals, films, adhesives, or industrial commodities preferred.
• Manufacturing procurement experience strongly preferred.
• Proven success leading strategic sourcing projects and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and categories.
• Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with business goals.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage risk across categories.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Cost savings

Cross-functional leadership

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline

CPSM, CPM, CPIM, CSCP, or other professional certification preferred

Job description

Vybond, a global leader in pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, is seeking a Commodity Manager in Franklin, KY to develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, indirect categories, and services. You will own supplier relationships and work with Purchasing, Operations, Sales, Planning, R&D, Quality, and Finance to support cost, continuity, and risk management.

Key responsibilities include leading RFQs, supplier evaluations, cost models, and negotiations; monitoring