Strategic Commodity Sourcing Specialist — Growth & Impact

General Fasteners; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

401(k) plan

FSAs

Life insurance

Casual environment

Team-oriented culture

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

General Fasteners, a Livonia, MI–based distributor of fasteners and assembly components, seeks a Commodity Specialist to manage supplier relationships and sourcing strategies. You will contribute to supply chain stability and pricing competitiveness while collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Accounting, Operations, and Sales teams.

The role emphasizes negotiating with vendors, evaluating market conditions, and implementing inventory practices to boost profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 and IQS software.
• Purchasing experience with domestic and international suppliers.
• Experience in the Fastener Industry.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase commodities to manage supply chain.
• Maintain/implement pricing strategy to secure best market prices.
• Evaluate market conditions to mitigate risks.
• Understand product offerings from suppliers.
• Manage inventory strategies to reduce cost and increase turns.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21

IQS

Excel

Outlook

Word

Access

Job description

General Fasteners, a Livonia, MI–based distributor of fasteners and assembly components, seeks a Commodity Specialist to manage supplier relationships and sourcing strategies. You will contribute to supply chain stability and pricing competitiveness while collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Accounting, Operations, and Sales teams.

The role emphasizes negotiating with vendors, evaluating market conditions, and implementing inventory practices to boost profitability.