Commodity Manager - Copper
Maverick Power•McKinney, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Commodity Manager will lead the supplier relationship management, negotiate contracts, monitor market trends, and implement procurement strategies to optimize the copper supply.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of copper commodity management
- Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (SAP or Epicor)
- Intermediate level Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to Senior Leadership
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to work well under pressure maintaining a customer-focused mindset
- Must be able to travel domestically and abroad
Nice To Haves
- Experience or knowledge in switch gear or other power distribution equipment
- Experience with industrial breakers
- Experience with sheet metal commodity management
- Project management experience
Responsibilities
- Forecast and strategically source copper
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply
- Hold quarterly business reviews with suppliers at their location
- Negotiate agreements to secure competitive pricing and favorable payment terms
- Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and global supply conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
- Collaborate with Legal and Procurement to review and finalize contract terms, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies
- Manage copper inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory
- Analyze procurement data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
- Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to support new product development initiatives and ensure materials meet specifications and quality standards
- Lead, train, and mentor the supply chain team
- Place purchase orders as required
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential!
- Paid Time Off, 401K Matching, Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits!
- High-growth organization with advancement opportunities!
- Diverse, Collaborative, & Fun Work Environment!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
