Commodity Manager

Bolingbrook, IL

Posted: 04/22/2025 Industry: Employee Benefits & Retirement Services Job Number: SK25.4.11.1 Remote: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

Position Title: Commodity Manager
Location: Near Bolingbrook, IL

Role Overview:
This position leads material cost optimization and supplier relationship management for assigned commodities, focusing on cost reduction and strategic sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive cost-saving initiatives for assigned materials and recommend value-added alternatives.
  • Develop and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring effective contractual agreements.
  • Monitor market trends and identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities.
  • Collaborate on make vs. buy decisions and cross-functional cost-reduction projects.
  • Manage risk mitigation projects and oversee warranty recovery for assigned materials.
  • Support engineering with purchasing aspects of product changes, including cost negotiations.
  • Maintain pricing agreements, resolve invoice discrepancies, and manage price variances.
  • Ensure timely material supply to production facilities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 5+ years of procurement experience.
  • Strong negotiation and organizational skills.
  • Automotive manufacturing or transportation experience required.
  • Experience procuring metals, plastics, or automotive parts.

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