Commodity Specialist - Temporary
About The Position
As a commodity specialist at a Bio-Rad Laboratories, you'll play a key role in ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply of specialized materials and components that enable scientific and medical innovation. In this role, you'll monitor global market trends, partner with engineering, quality, and operations teams, and negotiate with suppliers to balance cost, quality, and continuity of supply. You'll analyze cost drivers, support new product development with sourcing insights, and ensure supplier compliance with industry and regulatory standards. You'll also apply your project management skills to lead cross-functional initiatives-such as qualifying new suppliers, transitioning materials, and implementing cost-reduction programs. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on technical problem-solving, strategic collaboration, and making a tangible impact on the products that advance human health.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, logistics, Business Administration or related discipline.
- Work Experience: 1-3 years' experience in sales, purchasing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in project management
- Knowledge and application of the principles and theories of purchasing.
- Excellent oral and written communication, negotiation, and multitasking skills with exceptional organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Leads and or manages projects of various scope and complexity.
- Experienced professional with wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues.
- Executes supply strategies with the site personnel
- Manages supplier relations and escalation issues with site/region specific suppliers.
- Participates in Supplier AVL development, supplier compliance tracking, supplier business continuity and contract spend management.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
