Commodity Manager
Remote
Contract - 1st Shift, 5/40
Pay Rate: $47.69/Hr.
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k
Requirements: Commodity Manager
US Citizenship
Bachelor's degree
3-5 years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts Management, or a related business field.
Demonstrated experience in sourcing, including Request for Proposal (RFP) execution, contract negotiations, and Supplier Relationship Management. Preferred Qualifications:
Job Summary: Commodity Manager
This role involves establishing sourcing goals, ensuring acceptable service levels, and managing the end-to-end procurement process. The ideal candidate will execute competitive bids, negotiate and administer contracts, and analyze pricing proposals to optimize price, quality, timing, and the reliability of supply.
Key Responsibilities: Commodity Manager
Develop and implement negotiation strategies for procuring goods, services, and supplies.
Execute comprehensive supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Establish and maintain sourcing objectives and service level agreements.
Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other external partners.
Perform detailed analysis of price proposals, financial reports, and other relevant data to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Evaluate supplier capabilities, quality standards, reliability, and price competitiveness.
Conduct supplier research to uphold organizational standards for price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.
Drive and support the strategic planning process for specific commodities or strategic suppliers.
Lead the sourcing lifecycle, from Request for Quotation (RFQ) to contract execution.
Monitor supplier or commodity performance to meet delivery, quality, and cost expectations.
Preferred Qualifications: Commodity Manager
Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and database management.
Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Project management experience is a plus.
Background in the government or aerospace industry is highly desirable.
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Apollo Professional Solutions
Apollo Professional Solutions was founded by Gayle A. Williams in 1983 as a technical staffing firm supporting New England aerospace companies. Today, Apollo has grown into a $40 million year company, with 5 regional offices nationwide that offers diversified support to industries that include: defense, military, aeronautical, civil, food & beverage, healthcare, marine, pharmaceutical and scientific industries, as well as local government. We are an equal opportunity employers, that is also certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by WBENC as well as the State of Massachusetts (SOWMBA Office.)