Panels and Keyboards Commodity Manager; Hybrid

Commodity Manager

We are seeking a Commodity Manager for the Panels & Keyboard commodity within the Avionics Strategy and Cost organization. This role is responsible for developing and executing the overall commodity strategy by partnering with internal stakeholders, aligning with key suppliers, and negotiating contracts that support business objectives. Key activities include renewing expiring agreements, expanding part coverage with strategic suppliers, and advancing initiatives tied to Avionics requirements.

This position is ideally based at our Cedar Rapids, IA location, and will typically work 2-4 days onsite. This role may be eligible for relocation.

Travel Required:

15%

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for the Panels & Keyboard commodity and its supply base
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (contracts, procurement, quality, value stream, etc.) to execute supply chain strategies
• Own and manage relationships with multiple strategic suppliers
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, competitiveness, capability, and reliability (TCO)
• Negotiate and execute long-term agreements aligned with commodity strategy and stakeholder needs
• Lead the sourcing process from RFQ through contract signature
• Operate with limited oversight and drive decisions independently
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously using strong project management skills
• Communicate clearly and effectively with leaders at all levels
• Lead change management or work-transfer initiatives to achieve cost savings or improved supplier alignment
• Analyze data to inform strategy development, negotiation positions, and supplier decisions

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

• Experience in Supply Chain
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Strong Analytical skills (Excel, Access database, SAP)
• Technical or manufacturing aptitude
• Experience with negotiations

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!