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Commodity Specialist
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Plymouth, Wayne County, Michigan, 48170, USA
Listed on 2026-06-05
Listing for:
Rubber Group
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-05
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination -
Business
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Date posted:
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Location: 47690
E. Anchor Court, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, US
Full/Part time: Full Time
- Own commercial strategy and supplier management for assigned direct material commodities, with a focus on polymers and elastomers.
- Build and execute market analysis and commodity strategies, including supply base development and optimization.
- Develop raw material forecasts using complex datasets and feedstock market intelligence.
- Lead total cost management across the supply chain while aligning to divisional business objectives.
- Drive material risk mitigation strategies to address supply continuity, pricing volatility, and supplier performance.
- Negotiate and execute supplier agreements, including contracts and NDAs, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Partner cross-functionally and globally with R&D, material technology, and operations to align sourcing with innovation and business needs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management.
- Proven experience in commodity purchasing, preferably within automotive and polymers/elastomers.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence commercial outcomes.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capability and ability to interpret market and cost drivers.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, QAD, or similar, and familiarity with supplier portals.
- Strong communication skills, executive presence, and a collaborative, high-energy, team-oriented approach.
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