Commodity Manager Summary
There is currently a Commodity Manager job opening in the greater Chicago, Illinois area. A renown manufacturer of thermal components is now in the process of seeking the ideal candidate capable of coming in and filling the Commodity Manager job opening in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.This company provides components to the automotive industry, as well as various HVAC related industries. The ideal candidate for this job is someone with a great deal of experience with indirect procurement of materials.JMJ Phillip’s supply chain recruiters are now seeking someone with an eclectic background in procurement, as well as an analytical mind to come in and fill the Commodity Manager job opening in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.
Chicago Commodity Manager Overview:
The Chicago Commodity Manager will be in charge of indirect sourcing strategies for this company. They will work with suppliers and vendors to negotiate contracts and determine the best means of saving costs. The Commodity Manager will build relationships with the suppliers that will improve procurement processes. This job will require the Commodity Manager to consistently analyze current market trends in order to make sure that the all opportunities are always seized. The Chicago Commodity Manager will manage the supplier base to ensure that the suppliers’ performance consistently exceeds expectations. The Commodity Manager will be responsible for any additional duties that may be assigned. This job will require some travel in and around the greater Chicago, Illinois area.
Chicago Commodity Manager Job Opening
- The Chicago Commodity Manager will be responsible for the indirect procurement of materials.
- The Commodity Manager will work closely with suppliers to negotiate both costs and contracts.
- The Commodity Manager will build ongoing relationships with suppliers to ensure they are saving costs.
- This job requires the Commodity Manager to conduct market research that will help in choosing suppliers.
- This job will require some travel in and around the great Chicago, Illinois area.
Commodity Manager (Chicago area) Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management is required for this job.
- The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of procurement experience.
- The Commodity Manager should have extensive
experience negotiating with suppliers. - Strong analytical skills are a must.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skill
are essential to this job.