Job Title: Commodity Manager
Job Description

The Commodity Manager leads and coordinates activities to support commodity management and supplier relations. This role involves negotiating contracts and ensuring material availability for plant operations, aiming to meet financial and customer satisfaction metrics.

ResponsibilitiesEstablish and manage projects related to sourcing needs as directed by upper management.Develop procedures to source a variety of materials in a cost-effective manner.Prepare and assign tasks to team members, collaborating with all departments.Analyze market and delivery conditions to assess present and future material availability and prepare market analysis reports.Stay informed of economic, industrial, and other trends affecting markets, prices, and delivery conditions.Recommend major purchases of materials based on anticipated price changes or unusual availability situations.Participate and lead in contract negotiations and vendor selection.Monitor vendor performance to ensure delivery, quality, and price commitments are maintained.Arrange for the disposal of surplus materials.Manage and evaluate supplier performance and act as a liaison between vendors and user departments when necessary.Oversee inventory turns and cost savings projects.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree required.Minimum of five years’ experience in commodity management or senior buyer role.Proficient with MRP/ERP systems, Excel, and other Microsoft Office products.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Dependable, accurate, and detail-oriented.Ability to work well in a team environment.General knowledge of NAFTA and international shipping requirements.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in raw material purchasing is needed.Experience in a manufacturing environment is not required but preferred.Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including potential international travel.High level of ownership and responsibility in this role.Work Environment

This position is based on-site in Montgomery, Alabama, five days a week. The role may require occasional travel, potentially internationally. The work involves a normal office environment with typical physical activities, and the ability to lift objects up to 15 to 20 pounds infrequently. The company offers a great internal benefits package, an annual performance-based bonus, and a supportive culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Montgomery, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Access to Hager's internal benefits package. Bonus potential at the end of year depending on company performance.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Montgomery,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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