Senior Commodity Manager

IDEX Corporation

Senior Commodity Manager developing global commodity strategies for pneumatic products within IDEX. Leading supplier management, negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing environment.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeBenton Harbor • Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,700 - $169,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global commodity strategies, managing supplier performance, and leading complex supplier negotiations. Proficient in applying cost modeling tools and leveraging analytical skills to drive sustainable cost reductions and value opportunities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Global Commodity Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Negotiation and ManagementCost Modeling Tools ApplicationLean Manufacturing and Continuous ImprovementCross-Functional Project Management

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Hard Skills

SourcingCommodity ManagementSupplier DevelopmentCost Reduction AnalysisSupplier Performance ManagementMarket Condition AnalysisShould-Cost ModelingRisk ManagementFinancial AnalysisExcel Proficiency

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementManufacturing EnvironmentPneumatic ProductsIron and Aluminum CastingsMetal FabricationMachiningSupplier EconomicsProduct RoadmapsCapacity ManagementContinuous Improvement Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute global commodity strategies that achieve annual operating plan targets for cost, quality, delivery, inventory, and supply continuity
Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers to improve cost competitiveness, innovation, quality, supply chain resilience, and long term business growth
Leverage platform spend to lead supplier negotiations, establish commercial agreements, and secure the best total cost of ownership across assigned global commodities
Apply an 80/20 mindset to simplify the supply base, reduce product and supplier complexity, and improve sourcing effectiveness across the platform
Lead supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives with internal stakeholders to deliver measurable operational and financial results
Manage supplier performance through scorecards, executive business reviews, and corrective action plans focused on quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and capacity
Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, and supplier economics to identify and deliver sustainable cost reduction and overall value opportunities
Partner with engineering and product development teams to align sourcing strategies with product roadmaps, technology changes, and growth priorities
Support new product introductions by ensuring supplier readiness, qualification, capacity, and risk management plans are in place

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
7–10 years of experience in sourcing, commodity management, or supply chain leadership within a manufacturing environment
Proven experience leading complex supplier negotiations, developing commercial agreements, and applying should-cost or cost modeling tools
Experience in commodities such as iron and aluminum castings, metal fabrication, machining, or other industrial components used in pneumatic products is preferred
Experience managing a global supply base, including supplier performance, capacity, and risk mitigation across regions
Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or supplier development experience is a plus
Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results
Strong analytical, financial, Excel, ERP systems, and communication skills are required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
401(k) retirement savings program with company match
PTO
Performance based bonus plan