Commodity Manager

PwrQ Holdings LLC•Hanover, MD

2d•$120,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commodities Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned commodity categories, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating cost and supply risk across the organization. This role combines market analysis, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and quality-compliant supply of materials.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
7+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or procurement
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Strong Data Center Industry Experience
Experience with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and spend analytics tools
Solid understanding of market analysis, cost modeling, and total cost of ownership
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Analytical and data-driven decision-making
Strategic thinking with attention to execution detail
Risk management and problem-solving under pressure
Strong relationship management with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
Adaptable and Resilient in fast-changing market condition
Ability to work autonomously with strong ownership, discipline and accountability
Proactively driving outcomes with stakeholder groups to achieve deliverables

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or MBA
Professional certification (ISM, CPSM, CSCP, or similar)
Experience in indirect Categories, electronics, metals, energy commodities
Familiarity with international trade, tariffs, and import/export regulations

Responsibilities

Develop and implement category strategies for assigned commodities, aligning with production, engineering, and business goals
Monitor, prepare and present commodity markets analysis, pricing trends, and supply/demand dynamics to anticipate risk and identify cost-saving opportunities
Lead supplier selection, qualification, and contract negotiations, including pricing, terms, and service-level agreements
Manage ongoing supplier performance through scorecards covering quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness
Build and maintain a diversified, resilient supplier base to reduce single-source and geopolitical risk
Partner with engineering, operations, and finance teams to forecast demand and align procurement plans
Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives without compromising quality or supply continuity
Manage hedging or forward-buying strategies where applicable for volatile commodities
Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and relevant trade regulations
Support new product introduction (NPI) by sourcing materials early in the design cycle
Resolve supply disruptions, quality issues, and contract disputes in a timely manner