MGR COMMODITY (Indirect IT)

AirReps•WALLER, TX

About The Position

The Commodity Manager manages categories of indirect materials in support of HVAC operations. The role works with business units to establish customer requirements and align supply-base strategies with business needs. It develops and executes category strategies in coordination with business and functional stakeholders, conducts or supports supplier selection and negotiations, and collaborates with functions including Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, HR, IT, and Finance. The role delivers cost reductions through contract and service negotiations and supplier continuous improvement; manages supplier relationships, including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs); completes Commodity Playbooks; and ensures continuity of supply for assigned categories. It also provides Procurement leadership with an annual cost evaluation of assigned goods and services. The position provides direction and guidance to buyers, develops short- and long-term category strategies and three- to five-year growth playbooks, and builds a pipeline of sustainable cost-saving projects. It reports financial cost-down projects weekly, oversees supplier contract execution and reporting, supports global synergy efforts, and conducts regular voice-of-the-customer reviews with business-unit stakeholders. The role reports to the Manager, Commodity and provides guidance and training to subordinates. Domestic and foreign travel may be involved, estimated at 15%.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in commodity management or strategic sourcing; preferably in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
At least 5 years of leadership experience.
Project management experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Leadership skills, including the ability to envision, develop, direct, manage, delegate, and motivate an organization.
Working knowledge of commodity management and strategic sourcing processes and best practices.
Ability to develop and balance short- and long-term strategies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Effective two-way communication, executive presentation skills, and professional business acumen.
Collaboration, negotiation, and relationship-management skills for working with cross-functional teams, customers, and vendors.
Knowledge of project-management processes, methods, and applications.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities, including systematic root-cause elimination.
Effective prioritization and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple inputs and directions.
Ability to adapt to operational needs, work under pressure, and make sound decisions.
Good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity.
Attention to detail and compliance orientation regarding regulations, policies, procedures, and safety.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Microsoft Project.
Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute short- and long-term strategies for assigned categories.
Provide direction and guidance to buyers and foster a results-oriented environment.
Lead commercial strategy and prepare for commercial negotiations.
Own supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, and manage execution of Quarterly Business Reviews.
Develop category strategy documents and three- to five-year growth playbook plans.
Build and support a pipeline of cost-saving projects for sustainable year-over-year productivity and cost reduction.
Provide weekly executive reporting on financial cost-down projects for assigned categories.
Oversee execution and reporting of supplier contracts.
Support global synergy efforts for assigned categories within the Indirect Materials organization.
Conduct regular voice-of-the-customer reviews with cross-functional business-unit leadership and stakeholders.
Create preferred supplier lists with pre-established rates where possible.
Participate in additional projects and activities to support ongoing business needs.
Provide guidance and training to subordinates.
Support continuity of supply for assigned categories and provide annual cost evaluations of assigned goods and services.