SAF-HOLLAND Inc.
Passionate Human Resource Manager Committed to Enhancing Workforce and Community Impact.
About the Role
SAF-HOLLAND is seeking a
Commodity Manager
to lead regional and global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities. This role is critical in driving cost reduction, quality, delivery, and product launch goals across all manufacturing locations. You’ll build strategic supplier relationships, negotiate competitive agreements, and manage supplier development programs—all while influencing cross‑functional teams and mentoring others.
What You’ll Do
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to achieve measurable cost savings and operational improvements.
Lead negotiations for complex agreements and aggregate demand across product lines for optimal contracts.
Drive BOM cost reduction initiatives and represent Strategic Sourcing on program teams.
Identify and develop strategic suppliers, ensuring alignment with company goals.
Coach and mentor team members on sourcing best practices.
Collaborate with suppliers on ved product introductions and continuous improvement programs.
Mitigate risks through robust commodity and supplier strategies.
Support supplier evaluation and improvement programs in partnership with Supplier Quality Engineering.
What We’re Looking For
Education:
BS/BA in a related field required.
Experience:
8+ years in manufacturing, including 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement.
Proven track record in negotiation, cost reduction, and implementing commodity strategies.
Strong project management skills, including root cause analysis and cross‑functional facilitation.
Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels in a global environment.
Excellent communication, analytical, and financial acumen.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Key Metrics Cost reduction, supplier scorecards, material cost performance, on‑time delivery, and cash flow improvement.
Travel Approximately 30% global travel.
Why Join Us? At SAF-HOLLAND, you’ll have the opportunity to make a global impact, work with strategic suppliers, and contribute to innovative sourcing solutions that drive business success.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Truck Transportation
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Tuitiongge assistance
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SAF-HOLLAND is seeking a
Commodity Manager
to lead regional and global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities. This role is critical in driving cost reduction, quality, delivery, and product launch goals across all manufacturing locations. You’ll build strategic supplier relationships, negotiate competitive agreements, and manage supplier development programs—all while influencing cross‑functional teams and mentoring others.
What You’ll Do
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to achieve measurable cost savings and operational improvements.
Lead negotiations for complex agreements and aggregate demand across product lines for optimal contracts.
Drive BOM cost reduction initiatives and represent Strategic Sourcing on program teams.
Identify and develop strategic suppliers, ensuring alignment with company goals.
Coach and mentor team members on sourcing best practices.
Collaborate with suppliers on ved product introductions and continuous improvement programs.
Mitigate risks through robust commodity and supplier strategies.
Support supplier evaluation and improvement programs in partnership with Supplier Quality Engineering.
What We’re Looking For
Education:
BS/BA in a related field required.
Experience:
8+ years in manufacturing, including 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement.
Proven track record in negotiation, cost reduction, and implementing commodity strategies.
Strong project management skills, including root cause analysis and cross‑functional facilitation.
Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels in a global environment.
Excellent communication, analytical, and financial acumen.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Key Metrics Cost reduction, supplier scorecards, material cost performance, on‑time delivery, and cash flow improvement.
Travel Approximately 30% global travel.
Why Join Us? At SAF-HOLLAND, you’ll have the opportunity to make a global impact, work with strategic suppliers, and contribute to innovative sourcing solutions that drive business success.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Truck Transportation
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Tuitiongge assistance
Get notified about new Commodity Manager jobs in
Muskegon, MI .
Muskegon, MI $111,000.00-$132,000.00 22 hours ago
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