Sr. Commodity Manager

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Together we are a world-class diversified manufacturer with a commitment from our team to proudly provide pure precision solutions to our customers, delivering superior quality, value, and service.

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is a technology company with a worldwide presence in various end products, manufacturing systems, and industries serving primarily the semiconductor industry. We provide our customers with advanced materials, components, systems, and manufacturing solutions. Please visit  for a list of office locations.

The Senior Commodity Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of advanced commodity strategies that align with business objectives and ensure a resilient, cost-effective supply chain. This role oversees global sourcing initiatives, manages strategic supplier relationships, and drives cost optimization while maintaining quality and compliance. The Senior Commodity Manager acts as a key partner to engineering, operations, and executive leadership in shaping sourcing strategies for critical and emerging technologies.

In addition to managing a team, this role provides thought leadership in supplier negotiations, risk mitigation, and supply base development. The Senior Commodity Manager ensures that the organization is well-positioned to meet current and future demands through proactive sourcing, supplier performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• This is a Temp-to-Hire position.

Achievement of objectives must include an overriding commitment to quality that must permeate the areas of responsibility. Enable and Drive Change in the Organization.

• Develop and implement global commodity strategies to optimize cost, mitigate supply risks, and ensure supplier performance.
• Serve as the executive point of contact for key supplier relationships, driving collaboration, innovation, and quality improvements.
• Lead high-level contract negotiations, including long-term agreements, NDAs, and supply agreements, in collaboration with Legal.
• Drive cross-functional sourcing strategies with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Finance to align supply chain goals with product development and business objectives.
• Oversee commodity team performance, mentoring staff in supplier management, negotiation, and sourcing practices.
• Establish supplier scorecard frameworks and lead quarterly business reviews with critical suppliers.
• Anticipate and proactively address market shifts, commodity pricing trends, and potential supply disruptions.
• Lead the development and implementation of dual-sourcing and business continuity strategies for critical commodities.
• Manage supplier qualification and additional equipment/tooling validation to ensure timely delivery and compliance with customer requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement by introducing innovative sourcing methods, advanced analytics, and technology tools to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Develop and oversee pricing strategies, cost modeling, and benchmarking to achieve cost savings and value creation.
• Represent the commodities function in executive-level meetings, providing insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.

Not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice at management’s sole discretion

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–10+ years of experience in commodity management, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and global sourcing.
• Strong leadership experience, with 3–5 years managing teams or leading cross-functional projects.
• Advanced knowledge of commodity markets, cost drivers, and risk management strategies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and executive presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous…