At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead sourcing strategies for metal commodities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Company: Fast-growing manufacturing group with multiple production facilities across North America.
- Benefits: High visibility role, autonomy in decision-making, and impact on profitability.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and influence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in supply chain performance and supplier partnerships.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in Strategic Sourcing or Commodity Management.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Our client is a fast-growing manufacturing group operating multiple specialized production facilities across North America. As part of its continued growth and procurement transformation, the organization is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead the sourcing strategy for metal commodities across all business units. This is a highly visible strategic role where your decisions will directly influence cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and overall supply chain performance.
Your Role
Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving the sourcing strategy for metal commodities, including steel, aluminum, castings, extrusions, and sheet metal components. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Manufacturing teams across multiple sites to optimize costs, secure supply, and build long-term strategic supplier partnerships. This position combines strategic thinking, technical knowledge, and strong influencing skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for various metal commodity categories.
- Analyze enterprise-wide spend to identify consolidation opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
- Lead commercial negotiations and establish long-term agreements with domestic and international suppliers.
- Support manufacturing sites in implementing sourcing strategies and procurement best practices.
- Partner with Engineering teams to improve manufacturability and identify cost reduction opportunities early in the product design process.
- Evaluate supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, capital investments, and overall performance.
- Monitor steel and aluminum market trends to anticipate risks, pricing fluctuations, and supply constraints.
- Develop and maintain a high-performing supplier network while implementing relevant supplier performance metrics.
- Lead supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support new product development programs.
Your profile
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or Commodity Management within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of metal manufacturing processes such as castings, extrusions, sheet metal fabrication, machining, or metal forming.
- Proven experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing strategic supplier contracts.
- Experience working in a multi-site and/or matrix organization.
- Solid knowledge of global sourcing strategies and international supply markets.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and collaborate effectively with technical teams.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Professional proficiency in both French and English (regular interaction with international suppliers and stakeholders).
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
What You'll Find
- A strategic position with significant influence on the organization's sourcing direction.
- High visibility with senior leadership.
- Large-scale projects within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- A high level of autonomy in developing and executing sourcing strategies.
- The opportunity to make a direct impact on profitability, supplier performance, and supply chain excellence.
Commodity Manager - Metals in Longueuil employer: Fed Supply
Rejoindre notre client en tant qu'Acheteur, c'est intégrer une entreprise qui valorise la diversité et l'inclusion au sein d'une équipe dynamique. Avec un fort accent sur le développement professionnel, vous bénéficierez d'opportunités de croissance tout en travaillant dans un environnement collaboratif où chaque contribution compte. Situé dans un cadre stimulant, ce poste vous permettra de bâtir des relations solides avec des fournisseurs et partenaires logistiques, tout en jouant un rôle clé dans la satisfaction des clients internes.
