Strategic Commodity Sourcing Lead

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Match

Stock Options

Life & Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free Lunch

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Commodity Manager to oversee sourcing and procurement within a defined commodity category, collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to drive cost efficiency and supply chain reliability.

The role emphasizes negotiating terms, managing supplier performance, inventory, and risk, with a focus on sustainability and cross-functional alignment across product development, engineering, and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field; professional certs are a plus.
• 5+ years in supply chain, procurement, or commodity management in manufacturing or production.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in supplier relationship management and contract negotiations.
• Knowledge of commodity markets, pricing, and global sourcing strategies.
• Proficiency with ERP/SAP/Oracle and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead commodity sourcing and procurement for assigned groups with key suppliers.
• Develop and implement cost-saving strategies while maintaining quality.
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and take corrective actions.
• Collaborate with inventory, logistics, and cross-functional teams to optimize supply chains.
• Identify and mitigate risks; develop contingency plans for disruptions.
• Provide market analysis and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

ERP/SAP/Oracle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Professional certifications (CPSM/APICS/CPIM)

Tools

ERP

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Commodity Manager to oversee sourcing and procurement within a defined commodity category, collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to drive cost efficiency and supply chain reliability.

The role emphasizes negotiating terms, managing supplier performance, inventory, and risk, with a focus on sustainability and cross-functional alignment across product development, engineering, and operations.