Commodity Manager Specialist

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Commodity Manager Specialist!! 

Location: Austin, TX or Eden Prairie, MN

Job ID: 43277

The Commodity Manager (NAM) will be responsible for overseeing direct HID Secure Issuance’s North American supply base, managing indirect nominated suppliers that support HID’s contract manufacturers across multiple printer-related commodities (cables, rollers, PCAs, packaging, molded plastic parts).

This individual will serve as the primary liaison between the regional supplier base and global manufacturing partners, balancing day-to-day procurement activity with strategic initiatives such as supplier sourcing, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and performance management. Success in this role requires not only procurement expertise, but also a strong technical mindset - the ability to engage in supplier process reviews, interpret product specifications, and support quality or manufacturability investigations.

With broad visibility across direct and indirect hardware suppliers, the Commodity Manager (NAM) plays a key part in enabling regional sourcing strategies, ensuring supply chain resilience, and preparing for future insourcing initiatives as business needs evolve. The ideal candidate is confident engaging cross-functionally with engineering and supplier quality teams and will be expected to travel regionally to develop supplier relationships and support continuous improvement efforts. 

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Secure Issuance (SI): 

Secure Issuance, part of HID Global, offers the world’s broadest and most sophisticated portfolio of card printers, laser engravers, encoders and software. For more than 25 years, organizations across a variety of industries — from enterprise corporations and government agencies to financial institutions and universities — have relied on HID Global Secure Issuance for the custom personalization and issuance of secure identity credentials and financial cards. With a history of pioneering patented technologies and expertise, business integrity and long-standing customer confidence, HID Global is a global leader in secure card issuance innovation. 

As our Commodity Manager Specialist, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Acting as a strategic liaison between HID’s North American supply base and contract manufacturers in APAC across a wide range of product categories, ensuring continuity of supply, quality, and cost competitiveness
• Leading the RFQ, negotiation, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned commodities in North America
• Identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers based on commodity strategy, cost structure, and risk profile
• Collaborating with suppliers on technical specifications and process capabilities, ensuring alignment with HID design and performance requirements
• Supporting escalations from operations teams tied to supplier performance gaps
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supplier Quality to support issue resolution, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives
• Monitoring supplier performance, identifying risks, and leading corrective action planning in collaboration with stakeholders
• Maintaining ongoing supplier business reviews and continuous improvement dialogues
• Maintaining all documentation related to supplier onboarding, contract terms, cost tracking, and compliance with internal sourcing and trade guidelines
• Supporting supplier visits and onsite evaluations, with a focus on quality assurance support in the absence of dedicated QA staff in North America
• Developing and implementing a regional sourcing strategy for North America, aligned with global procurement goals and cost reduction targets
• Collaborating with global sourcing counterparts (EMEA, APAC) to align shared suppliers, market trends, and regional sourcing opportunities
• Participating in global procurement initiatives including supplier base consolidation, cost modeling, and process harmonization between EMEA and NAM/APAC regions
• Contributing to supplier development efforts by identifying process improvement opportunities and collaborating with internal stakeholders to implement corrective actions or efficiency gains
• Staying informed on market conditions, raw material trends, and regional trade/tariff developments, adjusting sourcing strategy as needed
• Preparing regular reporting on supplier performance, risk exposure, and savings pipeline
• Providing input into future insourcing or manufacturing localization strategies, including feasibility, supplier readiness, and capacity planning

Your Experience and Background include:  

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, or related field (required)
• 7 years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or commodity management, preferably in manufacturing or production environment
• Demonstrated experience managing both direct and indirect suppliers across multiple commodity categories
• Strong technical aptitude required, including the ability to engage in technical conversations with suppliers, interpret engineering drawings/specs, and support basic root cause investigations in the absence of a local quality engineer
• Proven success working in a global procurement organization or matrixed environment
• Knowledge of supply management strategies and tools such as production planning, scheduling, operations planning and inventory control
• Strong negotiation skills with a deep understanding of cost drivers, contracts, and supplier performance management
• Proficiency in preparing and presenting supplier scorecards, reports, and sourcing analyses
• Regional travel within North America expected
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Empowered: Operates with autonomy and accountability; takes initiative without waiting to be asked. Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and can independently prioritize competing demands
• Innovative: Embraces change, explores new ideas, and seeks better way of doing things – especially in the face of ambiguity. Highly collaborative and adept at working across cultures, time zones, and functions
• Integrity: Makes decisions with transparency and professionalism; upholds commitments to stakeholders and partners. Analytical thinker with a structured problem-solving approach and attention to detail
• Technical aptitude required; experience in supplier quality or engineering support a plus
• Proficiency in a second language - particularly French, Mandarin, Japanese, or other languages commonly used in our supplier base - is highly preferred but not required
• Strong understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO) and lifecycle cost modeling
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma tools a plus
• Previous participation in new product introduction (NPI) or early supplier involvement programs is a bonus, even if limited
• Familiarity with compliance regulations such as REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, or trade compliance/tariff mitigation strategies
• Experience with procurement or supplier quality systems is a plus
• Experience with data analytics software (Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Analytics) is a plus
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

The wage range for this role considers a broad scope of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range does not account for geographic differentials based on the location where the position may be filled. At HID, it is uncommon for individuals to be hired at or near the top of the range. Final compensation decisions depend on the specific facts and circumstances of each case.

The base salary in the United States is $105,00 to $120,000.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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