Commodity Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Commodity Manager to join our Aerospace manufacturing facility team. As a Commodity Manager, you will be responsible for managing the procurement and supply chain of various raw materials and components, ensuring the availability of necessary materials for production, negotiating contracts and prices with suppliers, and managing inventory levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement commodity strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement of materials.

Monitor and analyze market trends to identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop plans to mitigate risks and take advantage of opportunities.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices, and managing supplier performance to ensure the highest quality products are delivered on time.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations, including working closely with manufacturing, quality control, and logistics teams.

Develop and maintain an accurate inventory of all raw materials and components, ensuring proper levels are maintained to meet production demands.

Monitor supplier performance metrics, evaluate supplier capabilities, and initiate corrective actions as needed to ensure continuous improvement.

Develop and maintain strong knowledge of the commodity market and industry trends to inform procurement decisions and commodity strategies.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

At least 8 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Aerospace manufacturing knowledge is an asset

Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze market trends, evaluate supplier capabilities, and identify risks and opportunities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Knowledge of commodity markets and industry trends.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP or Oracle.

If you are a highly motivated, strategic thinker with a proven track record in procurement and supply chain management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Commodity Manager in our manufacturing facility.

About GPSI:

Global Partner Solutions provides supply chain support and managed technical services to OEM and tier 1 through 3 aerospace & defense companies. Since 2006, we've provided supply chain management services to major companies such as Bombardier, Safran, Honeywell, and Mitsubishi, by deploying our experts to work with our clients' suppliers worldwide. Our extensive network of Supply Chain experts, strategically located near our customers' suppliers, reduces the need for costly travel amongst many other benefits. We have expanded our services to include ESG & Supply Chain Sustainability services aimed at helping companies integrate social responsibility into their overall strategy and enhance the efficiencies of their supply chain.

Full-Time