Commodity Manager

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven

Commodity Managerto unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As a full-time Commodity Managerin the Sourcing and Procurement Department at Aalberts, based in Charlotte, NC , you will be responsible formaintainingrelationships with current suppliers and qualify potential new sources.

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

• Analyzespend data and use in the development of strategic initiatives and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Compile data for decision making, present for approval and lead/support project execution.
• Negotiate or renew supplier agreements topurchasegoods and services for all locations.
• Manage supplier changes and resourcing activities, which includes tracking, initiating, coordinating, buyer/supplier follow-up, and align cross-functional input.
• Collaborate with cross-functional areas and their business requirements.
• Participate in the procurement teams’ development of long term and global commodity strategies that support overall cost savings targets.
• Support other Procurement activities when necessary.
• Represent Purchasing in multi-functional teams locally and globally.
• Completeadditionalduties as assigned by your manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Business.
• 5years’ experience in Purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing company.
• Ability toanalyzeand present data using Power BI & MS Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong senseof urgency.
• Ability to find creative solutions for complex problems using methodical and analytical approaches.
• Eagerness toidentifyopportunities and to capitalize on them.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with industrial metals e.g. steel,brass, bronze and their manufacturing processes, casting, forging, machining etc.
• Professional certification,e.g.CPIM/CSCP
• Ability to influence others, handle conflict, and lead multifunctional teams.
• Experience with internet-based bidding and procurement tools.

• Globally renowned company,dedicated to technological innovation and excellence
• Diverse teamsof passionate individuals,committed to making a difference
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Think independently yet work as one team
• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

We are a companyofover 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life.

Aalberts IPSA proudly supportseco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels,andnext gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation trulymattersand progress is really made for a clean,smartand responsible future.

• Office-based with occasional visits todomesticand international suppliers.
• Will involve exposure to environments requiring adherence to safety protocols including proper wear of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer work, data entry, and handling documents.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds, such as files, boxes, or company branded items or equipment.
• Visual acuity to review detailed reports, inventory data, vendor data on screens and in print.
• Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate with all departments,vendors and colleagues. Specifically, Upper Intermediate (B2) in English.

Occasional travel to operational sites and suppliers up to 20% of the time.

The salaried rate for this role is fair and decided upon based on experience and proven skills alignment through our…