Commodity Manager

Commodity Manager

Reporting to the Director-Strategic Sourcing, the Commodity Manager is a key member of the Supply Chain team.

Shifts:
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Compensation:
Competitive compensation packages
Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000

Skills Progression Program:
Allows you to have clear, transparent, and objective criteria that enable YOU to take charge of YOUR career, knowing what is required to reach each level and do so at your own pace. We want to put your career progression in your control.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Health care, dental care, life, and disability coverage
• RRSP group contribution programs with RRSP increasing based on seniority
• All-encompassing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support
• Corporate Partnerships (health and wellness, recreation and leisure, etc.)
• Company bonus incentive plan – increases based on years of service
• Retirement bonus based on age and years of service
• Company events and celebrations throughout the year
• Long service vacation cash out at year-end
• Recognition program
• Reimbursement Programs including:
  • Uniform – production
  • Mr. Safety Shoe – work boots allowance
  • Prescription safety glasses
  • Childcare subsidy

What to Expect from Us:

• Industry Information: Tier 1 Aero Structures Facility
• Training & Development: Extensive training programs
• Employee referral program
• Professional development programs
• Employee engagement programs all year-round, including year-round events
• MHICA Wings Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program
• Leadership programs

Responsibilities:

• Manage the parts acquisition process for multiple projects, from concept design to the handover of a stable supply chain for production.
• Coordinate supply chain activity across several projects as relevant at any given time.
• Negotiate the most economical and cost-effective solutions for the programs being supported.
• Manage the recurring cost budget throughout the qualification and development stages of the package being worked on.
• Lead the execution of contractual obligations of suppliers during the development phase for Build-to-Spec and Build-to-Print parts.
• Work with Planners and Tactical Buyers to provide accurate forecasts of new developments.
• Interface with Planners, Tactical Buyers, and subcontract suppliers on delivery schedules, costs, and contract inquiries.
• Ensure supplier adherence to operational-related contractual terms and conditions.
• Assist suppliers on Rate Readiness for development and legacy programs.
• Facilitate and monitor cost reduction activities directly related to the program and suppliers.
• Coordinate industrialization commitments on purchased parts, respecting costs and deadlines, and aim to implement targeted objectives as soon as possible.
• Rely on the purchasing function and all necessary functions for processing needs.
• Report weekly on new development activities with the Supply Chain and cost reduction achievements.
• Manage design changes at development stages with suppliers to minimize costs and obsolescence issues.
• Develop a strategic approach to supply chain activities in support of numerous projects within the NPI and R&T areas of the business.
• Identify opportunities for consolidated spending activities for the overall benefit of the business.
• Proactively identify and resolve supply chain issues to meet business needs.
• Launch RFQ packages and negotiate prices, terms and conditions, and delivery dates to meet project requirements.

Physical Working Demands and Working Conditions:

• Must be physically fit, energetic, and agile.
• Willing and able to:
  • Work in restricted spaces (tanks).
  • Work at heights above 3 meters.
  • Work rotating shifts when and as required.
  • Bend, twist, walk on uneven surfaces, and climb stairs repeatedly during shifts.
  • Perform heavy lifting.