Associate Manager, Indirect Commodity

Shure•Niles, IL

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Manager, Indirect Commodity plays a key role in shaping how Shure sources the goods and services that keep our business moving. In this role, you’ll own indirect commodity categories from strategy through execution, partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to bring smart, aligned sourcing strategies to life. If you enjoy building supplier relationships, driving value, and balancing operational, technical, and financial priorities, this role puts you right at the center of it all. This role is hybrid or remote based out of our Niles, IL location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field.
5–7 years of relevant experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate processes, technologies, and cost structures to ensure best‑cost solutions.
Demonstrated negotiation skills across pricing, terms, and supplier performance.
Ability to work on complex issues requiring sound judgment, evaluation of variable factors, and selection of appropriate methods and techniques.
High attention to detail with the ability to identify and implement improved practices within project teams.
Strong interpersonal, problem‑solving, and project‑management skills.
High standards of integrity, strong self‑motivation, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with MS Office; advanced Excel skills preferred.
Ability to travel 5-10% globally, or as the need arises.
Broad experience applying professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues creatively and effectively.
Strong domain‑specific knowledge with demonstrated progression in both technical expertise and interpersonal effectiveness.
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

Responsibilities

Leads commodity strategy development, including establishing approved supplier lists, maintaining capability matrices, and adapting sourcing strategies based on business, market, and economic conditions.
Leads and co‑leads supplier negotiations, including pricing discussions, terms and conditions, speculative buys, and cost‑avoidance initiatives.
Manages supplier relationships through business reviews, performance monitoring (quality, delivery, contract compliance), technology roadmap alignment, and coordination of supplier presentations.
Conducts comprehensive market, spend, and category analyses to identify cost‑reduction opportunities, assess market drivers, evaluate pricing trends, and support negotiation strategies.