Commodity Manager

• Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.
• Owning your ambition and fueling your career growth.
• Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence.

It’s all possible with a role at Videojet, a Veralto company. You have likely purchased or used a product touched by Videojet Technologies this week—after all, Videojet is a world leader in the product identification market, providing in-line printing, coding and marking products, consumables, and software solutions. Videojet’s technologies play a critical role in ensuring the safety and authenticity of products sold across the globe in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial marketplaces.

As part of the Videojet team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll work with products that make an everyday impact on the world around you—and along the way, you’ll have opportunities to make your mark on our business and your career with ongoing opportunities to deepen your skillset and pursue your ambitions.

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision) from day one.
• Annual bonus + salary review.
• Flexible PTO and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and paid parental leave.
• Wellbeing programs and career development opportunities.

We’re seeking a Commodity Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships that drive efficiency, reduce risk, and deliver value for customers. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll influence global procurement strategies and work directly with cross‑functional teams to implement cost‑saving initiatives.

Location: Wood Dale, IL (Hybrid – minimum 3 days onsite)

Reports to: Global Procurement Director

• Manage material spend of $15M–$25M
  , ensuring cost optimization and supply continuity.
• Develop and negotiate supplier contracts that minimize TCO and improve quality.
• Lead PPV/VAVE projects and cross‑functional workshops to identify savings opportunities.
• Drive working capital improvements through inventory reduction, lead time optimization, and innovative solutions like consignment and 3PL.
• Conduct RFQs, analyze quotes, and perform cost breakdowns to secure best commercial terms.
• Support manufacturing sites with supplier performance issues related to quality and delivery.
• Deliver measurable results aligned with KPIs and strategic goals.

Your work will directly impact product availability and quality for industries worldwide
, helping safeguard essentials like food and medicine. You’ll be at the center of strategic decision‑making
, influencing global supply chains and sustainability initiatives.

• 1–3 years in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• BS in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong project management skills and financial acumen.
• Ability to travel as needed.