Commodity Manager - Electrical Components

Bw Design Group • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

BW Papersystems is seeking a Commodity Manager - Electrical Components to lead the sourcing strategy and supplier management for electrical and electronic components in a capital equipment environment. This role will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, driving supplier performance, and ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and supply continuity. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in electrical commodities, strong analytical skills, and a strategic mindset. This position is a fully on-site role and may sit in one of our BW Papersystems locations. Location options are Sheboygan, WI, Phillips, WI, Madison, WI, Waukesha, WI or Hunt Valley, MD.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in commodity management, specifically with electrical or electronic components in a capital equipment environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical component supply chains, market dynamics, and cost structures.
• Experience in supplier relationship management, sourcing strategy development, and cost control.
• Experience working with an international supply base is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specifications, quality, quantity, and delivery requirements for assigned highly complex product categories or supply base; determine the best supply source and recommend substitutes if needed.
• Develop short- and long-range purchasing strategies to right-size the supply base, reduce cost, and improve service to internal customers.
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with selected suppliers and partner on joint continuous improvement initiatives.
• Own sourcing strategy and value analysis of risk management vs. spend.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against quarterly supplier scorecards; perform site visits, collect and analyze internal metric data, and require compliance with all performance parameters.
• Maintain updated knowledge of economic and business conditions that may affect purchasing strategy; anticipate risks and recommend mitigation plans.
• Attend and facilitate daily cross-functional team meetings to support parts flow to operations, provide direction, and resolve escalated supplier issues.
• Support product development initiatives by collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to drive supplier performance.
• Lead and participate in key projects such as e-commerce initiatives, product development, and cost reduction analysis.
• Responsible for site inventory levels, product rejects, and chargebacks to ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare reports, value analysis studies, and procurement documentation to support decision-making.
• Coach, guide, and mentor less experienced team members, providing training on procurement best practices and standard work procedures.
• Assist supply chain leadership in daily operations and may assume responsibility for department operations in the absence of a supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree