Commodity Manager

Position Summary

This position will develop, coordinate and manage division-wide commodity strategies with the active engagement and support of key division stakeholders. This position will act as the for all division-wide negotiation with common partnership supplier agreements.

• Manages the activities of the Division's purchases of raw materials, supplies, equipment or services. Identifies raw material requirements from production specifications, operational schedules and engineering quality requirements. Determines the most cost-effective and reliable materials needed for the manufacturing process.
• Leads sourcing activities, including supplier identification, qualification, RFQ/RFT processes, bid analysis and supplier selection.
• Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations. Promotes and uses strategic suppliers.
• Interviews, selects and negotiates with suppliers in response to material requirements/cost issues. Establishes procedures to leverage the company's position. Ensures purchasing strategy reflects the consistent utilization of local suppliers vs. Group strategic suppliers.
• Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service as well as price. Establishes part family strategies to drive cost savings.
• Develops and benchmarks best practices among the Division's suppliers and maintains accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers.
• Ensures purchases and capital expenditures are consistent with Division strategies and within department budgets.
• Monitors market conditions, raw material trends, capacity constraints, and global supply risks to support informed sourcing decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years purchasing/managerial experience.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement, supply chain, contract management, and cost analysis.
• Ability to interpret market data and make strategic sourcing recommendations.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment.
• Advanced computer skills.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff. Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.