Commodity Manager

Description

• Monitor market trends, raw material pricing, and global supply chain risks, adjusting strategies proactively.
• Lead RFQ, RFP, and bid processes, analyze proposals, and negotiate contracts to achieve best value and risk mitigation.
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes, supplier management, and data accuracy within ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure materials meet technical specifications and manufacturability requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and development through key metrics—on-time delivery, cost savings, quality performance, and responsiveness.
• Partner with Finance and Operations to track commodity spend, evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO), and support budgeting.
• Identify cost-reduction and value-engineering opportunities through alternative sourcing, design changes, and process improvement.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and categories that support GTI’s operational goals, cost targets, and quality standards.
• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing floor environments.
• Maintain supplier contracts, purchase agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Forecast material demand and align procurement strategies with production schedules, project timelines, and inventory objectives.
• Identify, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers for materials such as steel, aluminum, electrical components, and modular fabrication parts.

Requirements

• Knowledge of metal market trends, tariffs, and international logistics.
• 7+ years of progressive procurement or sourcing experience, preferably within manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial construction environments.
• Experience developing supplier performance scorecards and executing improvement plans.
• Proven success managing commodity categories such as steel, metals, electrical components, fasteners, or mechanical assemblies.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and how sourcing impacts production flow and inventory optimization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite preferred) and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and cost modeling.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Experience sourcing for modular fabrication, defense, or energy storage systems.
• May require occasional travel to supplier sites, GTI facilities, or trade shows.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, PMP, or related credentials.
• Experience in supplier development, audits, and sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance