Commodity Manager - Logistics​/Freight

Commodity Manager - Logistics/Freight

Location:

Florence, Alabama Our client is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost reduction for indirect materials and services in a manufacturing environment. Transportation services are a key focus, including air, ocean, rail, and inbound/outbound freight. Candidates with other relevant commodity experience are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities Develop sourcing strategies, manage competitive bids, and negotiate supplier agreements.

Manage assigned categories, which may include freight/logistics, MRO, chemicals, scrap metal, packaging, and/or consumables.

Partner with plant stakeholders to define requirements and support operational needs.

Consolidate spend, expand blanket agreements, and improve purchasing efficiency.

Identify opportunities to reduce costs and inventory value.

Support broader purchasing initiatives and demonstrate measurable savings.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
3+ years of relevant procurement, sourcing, or commodity management experience in manufacturing.

Freight sourcing experience preferred; experience with chemicals, lubricants, coatings, scrap metal, packaging, or other industrial commodities also considered.

Solid working knowledge of SAP.Strong negotiation, stakeholder influence, and project management skills.

Ability to build business cases and demonstrate cost reductions.