Commodity specialist

A commodity specialist manages purchasing, sourcing, and supply strategies for specific goods or materials . They analyze market trends, select qualified suppliers, negotiate contracts, and drive cost-reduction programs to ensure a stable, cost-effective supply chain Support company-wide goals for on-time delivery to customer request dates Procurement of direct and indirect material in designated areas of responsibility Ensure high quality products from suppliers within commodities of responsibility Develop and execute strategic commodity plans and procurement process improvements Perform high quality transactions to eliminate A/P (Accounts Payable) issues and ensure efficient materials receiving Work closely with plants to implement commodity strategies with raw materials suppliers & search for solutions within existing/new partners to improve supply flexibility, supply risks & value like e-commerce solutions Deliver Year-over-Year cost savings and lead complex projects, initiatives that have a high value and broad implication to the corporation Influence clients, relative to assigned commodity group, to adopt the integration of sourcing guidelines into business requirements Serve as subject matter expert to the leadership team for assigned area of specialization Analytical skills Negotiation skills Supply chain skills Interpersonal skills communication skills