Indirect Commodity Manager

Flender • Elgin, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Indirect Commodity Manager oversees the sourcing and procurement of indirect materials and services—including as MRO, IT, facilities, and professional services. This role manages supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and cost optimization, while ensuring compliance with company policies and driving continuous improvement. The Indirect Commodity Manager collaborates with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and works directly with the strategic global Procurement organization to support the strategy of the Flender Group.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement or sourcing experience, with focus on indirect spend (MRO, IT, facilities, services, etc.).
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract administration skills.
• Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa) and data analysis tools (Celonis, SAP Analytics Cloud, Excel).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the mechanical engineering or manufacturing sector preferred.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, C.P.M., APICS, ASCM) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, supplier selection, RFQ/RFP processes, negotiations, and contract management for assigned indirect spend categories.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships. Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Analyze spend and market trends to identify and implement cost savings opportunities. Negotiate pricing, terms, and value-added services.
• Track market conditions, manage supply risks, and identify new suppliers, technologies, and innovations.
• Draft, negotiate, and administer supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other teams to align procurement with business needs and support new initiatives.
• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes using data analytics and KPIs. Implement best practices to increase efficiency.
• Ensure all procurement activities follow company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level