Commodity Manager

Nidec Corporation Global

Commodity Manager overseeing procurement for aerospace components at Nidec. Managing supply chains and sourcing electric propulsion systems for battery-powered aircraft.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeSao Paulo • 🇧🇷 BrazilSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on sourcing, cost analysis, and vendor negotiation in the electronics and aerospace industries. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and effectively communicate with stakeholders to achieve project goals.

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Procurement ExperienceNegotiation SkillsSupply Chain ManagementCost AnalysisCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisSourcingCommodity TradingRisk ManagementMarket Trend AnalysisVendor Conflict ResolutionComponent CostingProject Budget AdherenceAdvanced Analytical SkillsProgram Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborationLeadershipPresentation SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSAPCommodity Trading Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPMCPIMCPSMMBA

Industry Keywords

ElectronicsElectrical-MechanicalAerospaceSupply AgreementsCorporate Matrix Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Managing supply chains, sourcing, reviewing, and buying commodities such as PCBA's, electronics, electrical and mechanical components.
Perform cost analysis using the concepts of “Should Cost”, “TCO”, others
Evaluating and prospecting in the market supply base expansion
Negotiating long term agreement to maximize sourcing potential
Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers and distributors
Analyzing market trends and identifying risks
Adhering to project-approved budgets
Resolving vendor conflicts and commodity-related issues
Work with NPD (new product development) team members to insure fast and seamless introduction of new designs to full production
Interfacing with Production, Planning, QA, Sales, Engineering to achieve the smooth flow of goods and services in order to maintain committed schedules to customers
Support NPD team with component costing throughout the life of the project.
Build pipeline of cost reduction opportunities for parts used in production by conducting cross functional workshops throughout Nidec Aerospace and help implement them.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor s Degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain or related field.
Demonstrated experience in sourcing goods and services in a Program Development and in a Manufacturing environment.
Strong experience negotiating long term supply agreements in Industrial or Aerospace markets.
Background in electronics and electrical-mechanical industry.
Proven minimum of 8 years’ experience in Procurement.
U.S. Visa and Passport required
English Proficient
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a large corporate matrix organization.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve personal and company stretch goals.
Excellent communication skills; demonstrated experience giving presentations to upper management.
Knowledge of financial markets that impact commodity prices
Experience with commodity trading and risk management software
Negotiation and communication skills with vendors and suppliers
Advanced analytical skills
Strong leadership abilities and collaboration with personnel from various departments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office package.
Proficiency in SAP.
If you have it..it’s a plus
Experience with commodity trading and risk management software
Certifications: CPM, CPIM or CPSM.
MBA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities