POSITION SUMMARY

The Commodity Manager will play a crucial role in managing the sourcing, procurement, and supply chain activities related to specific commodities within the organization. This role will require a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. The Commodity Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies that optimize costs, mitigate risks, and ensure the availability of high-quality materials or services.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Evaluate and analyze category trends; manage supply risk and minimize total costs. This will include optimizing category strategies and reducing the total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate cross functionally to determine supply needs and business requirements to select the best suppliers and service providers.
• Drive the RFQ process and effectively manage supplier performance for quality, price, delivery, and service.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, including the development of new product concepts and optimized services while participating in supplier business reviews.
• Collaborate with Operations leadership in data gathering and analysis to develop short and long-term action plans for continuous improvement opportunities, initiatives, and significant cost savings.
• Source specific commodities, manufactured goods and/or service requirements to the required specification at competitive best landed cost terms and in accordance with program and/or budget targets.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 6-8 years of related experience required.
• Experience working in a multinational company is preferred.
• ERP experience preferred.
• Automotive aftermarket sector experience is a plus.

Required Licenses

• Purchasing Certification (CPM / SPSM) is a plus.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis in Excel, Word, Power-Point, Outlook.
• Ability to write, speak, and comprehend English. Ability to write, speak, and comprehend Spanish preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small or large group situations to customers, customers, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in complex situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports and various data sources.
• Ability to respond to complaints.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management.
• Ability to negotiate (tactics, techniques, and strategies).
• Knowledge of database software, manufacturing processes.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required; approximately 10-20%.

About RealTruck

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Real Truck’s 5,000 associates operate from 72 facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 850 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000 dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships. For more information, visit www.realtruck.com.

Pay and Benefits:

• RealTruck offers competitive pay and the opportunity for annual increases, based on job performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health insurance
• A matched 401k savings program to plan and save for your retirement
• Paid vacation and time off to ensure time with your family and a work/life balance
• Educational assistance to continue college or pursue other skills and further your career
• Discounts on great RealTruck products for you, your family, and friends!

What’s next?

• Please take a moment to provide us your resume and/or complete our online application. You will quickly receive an acknowledgment that you applied and we will follow up with you again shortly on next steps.
• Check us out at realtruck.com!