Commodity Manager - Onsite
Commodity Manager - Onsite
The Commodity Manager will provide strategic sourcing leadership across Electronics and Mechanical commodities, with a strong focus on New Product Introduction (NPI), cost reduction, supplier selection, and supply continuity. The role partners closely with Engineering, Program Management, and Project teams to influence design and sourcing decisions early in the NPI process, leveraging supplier capabilities, design-for-cost opportunities, and competitive sourcing to optimize product cost, quality, and schedule. The ideal candidate will collaborate on technology design approaches and alignment of supplier capabilities in order to provide cost and quality advantages.
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Salary Range: $90,300 - $120,400 plus bonus opportunity
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People:
Paid Time Off I RRSP with Employer MatchI Health and Wellness Benefits ILearning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral ProgramI Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge:
Support for all PDR’s and CDR’s for new product development (Preliminary/ Critical Design review) and work with the technical team to support cost targets for high-cost components
Steer sourcing activities in close association with Program/Component Manufacturing/Mechanical and Quality teams across Curtiss Wright (CW)
Conduct new supplier research and development activities and drive supplier approvals
Define, establish, and execute processes to enable Supply Chain proactive engagement with business units to support new product roadmap costing
Serve as an active product development team member in all phases of the sourcing processes to ensure cross-functional objectives of New Product Development/ NPI
Actively negotiate pricing and incorporating terms into supply agreements or contracts where appropriate
Work with Operations to identify, evaluate, implement, and monitor value-added Distributor services that can leverage to improve efficiency, delivery and optimize total cost
Lead QBR’s with key portfolio suppliers, partnering with other CW functions/departments to consolidate input, drive key messages, identify and manage corrective action plans
Function as project lead for all Contract manufacturing (CM) and machined supplier transactions and set up PRR’s (Product readiness reviews)
Work with Quality department to support product conformity issues and participate in supplier site audits as required
Participate and function as the Sourcing team member and provide SC support when needed and manage commodity /SCM activities for multiple sites as directed
Lead Cost negotiations for high-cost components and initiate long term contracts to secure pricing and lead times
Obtain forecasting and provide key suppliers with data to establish long-term pricing
Act as point of escalation for vendor-related issues, using influence and negotiation skills working with various functions both internally and externally to find creative solutions that will meet Curtiss Wright’s business needs. Expedite requests as needed to support production requirements
Travel: approximately 25% of the time
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Business Administration or Engineering preferred
7+ years of experience in Supply Management including commodity sourcing, negotiating, and management
Experience in sourcing and procurement with Electronics, Machining, and knowledge of PWB/ PCB
Experience in Distributor engagements strongly preferred
Experience managing supply chain in compliance with AS9100 requirements
Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing knowledge / experience will be an asset
Working knowledge ERP (SAP) desired
Solid organization skills with the ability to manage strategic, operational, and tactical responsibilities in a “roll up the sleeves” hands-on culture focused on delivering results
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and collaboration, with the ability to develop and sustain strong relationships at all levels with internal peers and partners, as well as suppliers
Strong analytical skills and a talent in seeking out relevant benchmarking and other data to build compelling pricing arguments and business cases
Excellent negotiation skills, with a proven track record in successfully concluding and executing vendor agreements structured to meet corporate objectives
Who We Are:
Environmental, Social and Governance
At our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high-mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO-9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise-wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number.
To learn more about Curtiss-Wright’s Defense Solutions Division, please visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/ottawa
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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