UT-SCM-13001-Commodity Management-ADV

UT-SCM-13001-Commodity Management-ADV | Vista, California, United States [About the Role] Join our Mechanical Fabrications Commodity group as a Commodity Management Specialist, where you'll lead strategic sourcing, supplier development, and contract negotiations to drive cost savings, optimize supplier relationships, and support high-impact manufacturing projects. This hybrid opportunity offers a dynamic work environment in Vista, CA, with growth potential and exposure to cross-functional project teams.[Responsibilities]- Develop and implement commodity, sourcing, and supplier development strategies for Mechanical Fabrication Suppliers- Achieve key goals in supplier performance, product cost reduction, and supplier agreement management- Conduct RFQs, analyze bid results, and build compelling business cases to support sourcing decisions- Negotiate and administer contracts, including LTAs, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation- Coordinate supplier performance improvements and support onsite critical recovery plans- Partner with Operational Procurement, Engineering, and Program Management for seamless introduction of new programs and production transfers- Drive cross-functional projects involving buy-to-buy, buy-to-make, and make-to-buy transitions- Collaborate with teams to develop comprehensive commodity or supplier strategies[Required Skills and Experience]- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)- 3+ years in Supply Chain, Sourcing, or Commodity Management- 1+ year negotiating contracts- Experience creating RFQs and analyzing complex data- U.S. citizenship (required for program/contract compliance)[Preferred Skills]- Background in Aerospace, Automotive, or Industrial sectors- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel- Strong communication and presentation abilities with senior leadership- Proven project management experience[Benefits]- Hybrid schedule: Monday-Thursday onsite, Friday remote; flexible options post-training- 8:00am-4:30pm work hours for work-life balance- Opportunity to lead impactful projects and collaborate with industry experts- Professional growth through exposure to complex negotiations and supplier development[How to Apply]