Commodity Manager

KCC Manufacturing•Louisville, KY

36d

About The Position

KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). Our Mission: KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions. Position Summary We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Global Commodity Manager to lead sourcing and procurement initiatives for HVAC components and other key commodities. This role is critical to optimizing our global supply chain, driving cost savings, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting new product development. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in commodity strategy, supplier development, and global sourcing practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or supply chain-preferably in HVAC, mechanical systems, or industrial manufacturing.
Proven track record in global sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost reduction.
Strong understanding of HVAC systems and components.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor, Oracle) and sourcing tools (e.g., Ariba).
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, quality systems (ISO, QS), and sustainability practices.
Acts with urgency, integrity, and professionalism.
Analytical and data-driven decision-maker.
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 50%).
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to work on ladders or step stools
Requires bending, stooping and standing.
Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours per day.
Good visual and spatial perception
Follow established safety policies including, but not limited to, mobile equipment, PPE, emergency response, HAZCOM, first-aid response, etc.

Nice To Haves

APICS or CPM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for HVAC and industrial components.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers with a focus on quality, cost, delivery, and innovation.
Support new product introductions by securing reliable sources for critical components.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
Monitor supplier performance and lead improvement initiatives.
Establish Master Supply Agreements to minimize risk and ensure continuity.
Lead cost modeling, RFQs, and value engineering to drive material productivity.
Mitigate supply chain risks through 2+1 sourcing, inventory forecasting, and supplier-managed inventory programs.
Improve lead times, working capital, and payment terms through negotiation and logistics programs (e.g., JIT, Kanban).
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and R&D to align sourcing with product and operational needs.
Coordinate with global teams to leverage economies of scale and standardize procurement practices.
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (e.g., AHRI, UL, RoHS) and internal policies.
Monitor global market trends, raw material pricing, and emerging technologies to inform sourcing decisions.
Provide commodity inflation forecasts to support financial planning.