Procurement Manager

Commodity Manager

Charles Street Talent, a Supply Chain focused Recruiting Firm, is seeks a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Manager to develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, ensuring supply security, optimizing cost, and driving continuous improvement. Requires strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills, and a deep understanding of global commodity markets.

Reports To: Director of Procurement

Location: Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, considering market trends and supplier capabilities.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers (domestic and international).
• Analyze commodity market dynamics (price forecasting, risk assessment).
• Develop understanding of commodity cost drivers.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against metrics.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive improvement.
• Resolve supplier issues.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Analyze spend data and identify consolidation opportunities.
• Track and report cost savings.
• Identify and assess commodity supply chain risks.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on potential supply disruptions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance).
• Communicate commodity market trends.
• Act as point of contact for commodity inquiries.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret commodity market and supplier data.
• Develop and present reports on key metrics and initiatives.
• Utilize procurement systems and tools.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and ethical standards.
• Maintain procurement records.
• Participate in audits as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum [Number] years experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management.
• Proven track record of successful commodity strategies.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills.
• Excellent understanding of global commodity markets and supply chains.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP and procurement systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPM, CPSM, or relevant certifications.
• Experience in [Specific Industry] or with [Specific Commodities].
• Knowledge of lean/Six Sigma.
• Experience with international sourcing.

Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Negotiation
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Relationship Management
• Communication
• Results-Oriented
• Project Management
• Decision-Making