Commodity Specialist- Indirect Procurement

Wolfspeed • Marcy, NY

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Commodity Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the Indirect Supply Chain & Procurement organization by driving sourcing execution, supplier onboarding, compliance, and operational procurement support. This position enables Commodity Managers to remain focused on high‑value strategic initiatives by owning the tactical, analytical, and transactional steps of the procurement lifecycle. This backfill is designed to replicate and continue the high‑quality, structured, and data‑driven execution, ideal for someone who thrives in problem‑solving, process discipline, and supplier engagement.

Requirements

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing operations
• Strong data analysis and Excel/BI skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Comfortable coordinating across Finance, Legal, EH&S, and Operations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Icertis, Coupa, or similar systems is a plus
• Data-driven decision making
• Vendor management discipline
• Organization & documentation rigor
• Problem-solving & critical thinking
• Strong communication & stakeholder alignment
• Process improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage right‑sized RFQs, RFPs, and benchmarking events across assigned categories.
• Develop sourcing packages, gather stakeholder requirements, and conduct bid analysis.
• Prepare recommendations and ensure alignment with sourcing standards and value goals.
• Maintain documentation quality and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Draft, route, and execute NDAs, simple MSAs, Statements of Work, and contract amendments.
• Validate terms, pricing structures, and service expectations.
• Track contract expirations and maintain category records in Icertis.
• Manage end‑to‑end onboarding including supplier setup, compliance verification, and coordination with Finance/Legal.
• Conduct initial risk screening and support capability assessments.
• Ensure suppliers meet readiness requirements for operational start‑up.
• Ensure suppliers meet all EH&S, environmental, insurance, and site‑specific compliance standards (e.g., Avetta).
• Support audits and maintain accurate compliance documentation.
• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned suppliers.
• Manage issue resolution, escalations, and performance tracking.
• Support preparation of supplier scorecards and quarterly business reviews.
• As escalations arise: Resolve invoice discrepancies, PO alignment issues, pricing errors, and receiving gaps.
• Partner with AP and stakeholders to ensure clean transactional flows.
• Maintain catalog accuracy, routing rules, and supplier punchout functionality.
• Conduct spend analysis, cost modeling, and trend reporting for assigned categories.
• Identify savings opportunities, supplier consolidation potential, and process improvements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.
• Document processes and recommend workflow and automation enhancements.
• Contribute to procurement process maturity and supplier governance frameworks.

Benefits

• Wolfspeed® power and radio frequency (RF) semiconductors are leading the industry through unrivaled expertise and capacity.
• equal opportunity employer
• consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees