Commodity Specialist

Menasha Corporation • Oconomowoc, WI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

ORBIS is seeking a Commodity Specialist to support strategic sourcing and purchasing activities across assigned commodity categories. This role works closely with suppliers and internal partners to execute sourcing strategies, manage purchasing activity, analyze performance, and support cost‑savings and continuous improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career supply chain or purchasing professional who wants exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships or related work experience preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain principles.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with comfort working with KPIs and supplier metrics.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard reporting tools.
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools such as A3, RCA, and 5S is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities aligned with sourcing strategies, contracts, and demand plans.
• Support strategic suppliers through forecasting, purchase order creation, order tracking, and invoice discrepancy resolution.
• Analyze and report key performance metrics related to supplier performance, inventory, payables, and invoice matching.
• Maintain accurate supplier master data in SAP, including lead times, source lists, and standard costs.
• Assist plant buyers with issue resolution tied to assigned commodity categories.
• Prepare weekly and monthly category‑level reports, including KPIs and supplier scorecards.
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings to support new materials, cost‑reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts using A3 problem‑solving, root cause analysis, and 5S methodologies.

Benefits

• Gain hands‑on experience supporting strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams across supply chain, operations, and design.
• Build a strong foundation for a long‑term career in purchasing or supply chain.
• Join a stable organization that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees