Inficon2

Commodity Manager - Custom Components, Fabrications & Indirect Materials

East Syracuse, NY, United States

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 68 days ago

Data VisualizationNegotiationExcelSAPSupply ChainProcurementERPCustomer SuccessGD&TMechanical DesignMedical DevicesResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing.
They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications.
Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes.

Lead the global commodity strategy for custom machined parts, sheet metal, plastics, castings, specialty materials, standard hardware, and indirect / MRO categories, ensuring alignment to business growth, cost, quality, and risk objectives.
Develop sourcing strategies informed by strong knowledge of precision manufacturing processes, cost drivers, supplier capability, and market dynamics.
Build and maintain should-cost models to support negotiations, supplier competitiveness, make-versus-buy decisions, and long-range category planning.
Lead supplier identification, qualification, onboarding, and development in partnership with Engineering, Quality, and Operations.
Manage supplier performance through scorecards, business reviews, capability assessments, corrective actions, and continuous improvement plans.
Support NPI programs by providing manufacturability, cost, sourcing, and supplier capability input during product development.
Partner cross-functionally on drawing changes, ECO impact assessments, requalification needs, and supplier readiness for engineering changes.
Maintain sourcing data, supplier records, and purchasing conditions within ERP systems while leveraging analytics to support business reviews and category decisions.
Ability to develop should-cost models and evaluate manufacturing cost drivers.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and drive continuous improvement.

6-10 years of commodity management or strategic sourcing experience in custom-fabricated components or related precision manufacturing categories.
Experience qualifying suppliers, managing tooling, and supporting formal first-article or manufacturing qualification processes.
Strong understanding of precision manufacturing processes and ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and material specifications.
Familiarity with supplier quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485) and qualification protocols.
Advanced ERP systems proficiency supporting procurement and sourcing workflows.
Master's degree (MBA or Supply Chain).
Experience with SAP MM and related procurement modules.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
Required Experience

Drive annual cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier development, standardization, value engineering, and collaboration with Engineering.
The expected salary range for this position is between $95,000 and $140,000 per year.

We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.
Preferred industry experience in semiconductor equipment, precision instrumentation, vacuum technology, medical devices, aerospace / defense, or industrial automation.

ovides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual o

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