POSITION SUMMARY:
The Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing multi‑year sourcing strategies for assigned direct material categories to ensure cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and technical capability in support of business objectives. This role leads strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and cost optimization initiatives across key commodities such as metals (brass rod, copper, stainless steel), plastics, packaging, rubber, and select finished components.
Partnering closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Product Management, Finance, and Sales, the Commodity Manager drives total cost productivity, mitigates supply risk, improves quality and service performance, and supports new product launches. Success in this role requires strong market insight, negotiation expertise, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver reliable, on‑time, in‑full supply while meeting cost and margin targets. The role is based in Novi, MI.
PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and execute category strategies for assigned commodities (primarily brass rod, stainless steel, and copper), including market analysis, supplier rationalization, and global sourcing where appropriate.
Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, terms, and requested changes; deliver measurable cost savings, working-capital improvements, and profitability results aligned to Total Cost Productivity (TCP) savings targets, achieving targeted annualized % reduction
Source and qualify financially stable suppliers capable of consistently meeting quality, delivery, and service requirements; drive continuous improvement and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives to improve total value.
Procure direct materials and selected components/finished goods to support initial product launches; maintain integrity of purchasing and master data supporting ERP planning.
Coordinate schedule changes and constraints (material shortages, equipment downtime, reformulations, staffing imbalances) and provide recovery plans in partnership with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Distribution, and Sales.
Develop, Monitor and communicate supplier scorecards including key performance indicators (e.g., fill rate, weeks/days of supply) and lead actions to improve performance and resolve constraints.
Coordinate with external contract/tolling teams to determine and procure required raw materials to complete production and fulfill finished goods orders.
Support Make vs. Buy decisions and enterprise-wide purchasing initiatives that leverage spend across Masco businesses and collaborate with Finance and Product to execute strategy
Ability to collaborate with Finance and Supply Chain to develop total landed costs for optimal sourcing decision-making
Organize and conduct regular market tests of assigned product categories to inform commodity strategies
Support New Product Development (NPD) process projects to meet launch timelines with expected feature sets and at target pricing
Develop and demonstrate subject matter expertise in assigned commodities
Perform other related duties as required; travel approximately 20%.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
4+ years of experience in high volume direct materials commodity management, purchasing/procurement and/or materials management in a manufacturing environment.
Experience buying raw materials such as brass, stainless steel, and/or copper, plastic injection molding, packaging, and/or finished assemblies
Working knowledge of MRP-driven purchasing and inventory management; ability to organize and monitor open purchase orders and delivery dates.
Proficiency with data analysis tools (advanced Excel); ability to track and communicate KPI performance (e.g., fill rate, days/weeks of supply, purchase price variance to budgets, etc.).
Strong negotiation, communication, and executive-level presentation skills; ability to build cross-functional partnerships and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office; ERP experience required (JDE or SAP preferred).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) certification (or similar) a plus.
Familiarity with the plumbing industry and products.
Experience with global sourcing and/or VA/VE programs.
COMPETENCIES:
Strategic sourcing and supplier management with a focus on commodity strategy development and initiative execution
Negotiating Skills; Price-to-price negotiations
Contract development and management
Should-cost or clean-sheet modeling and index pricing
Capacity, risk, tariff, commodity, and geopolitical exposure management
Analytical problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
Effective prioritization, time management, and follow-through
Clear written/oral communication and stakeholder management
ABOUT US
BrassCraft Manufacturing Company is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality water and gas flow control products, and plumbing service and repair parts for the new construction and repair/remodel markets. Headquartered in Novi, Michigan, BrassCraft supports a wide array of channel partners including wholesalers, retailers, and specialty dealers, who serve residential and commercial markets across the Americas. BrassCraft has set the plumbing standard for 80 years, with industry-leading brands including BrassCraft® and Plumbshop®.
Company: BrassCraft Manufacturing
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