Commodity Manager

Opportunity At Big Ass Fans, we’re on a mission to make the world safer, healthier, and more productive through better air movement. Behind every fan we build is a high‑performing supply chain, and that’s where you come in! We’re looking for a Commodity Manager who thrives on strategy, relationships, and driving results. In this role, you’ll directly power our mission by ensuring we source the right components, from the right partners, at the right time, so our industry‑leading products reach customers with the quality and speed they expect. What You’ll Do Lead sourcing strategy across key components (motors, electronics, metals, plastics, and more). Build, evaluate, and strengthen supplier relationships—including onsite visits. Negotiate cost, lead time, and performance to drive value and reliability. Manage supplier performance, delivery, and quality issues with urgency. Identify cost savings and report sourcing impact to leadership. Partner cross‑functionally to support forecasts, new product launches, and long‑term planning. Mitigate risk through dual sourcing and supply continuity strategies. What You’ll Bring 4+ years of strategic sourcing or supply chain experience. Strong category management experience across technical commodities. Bachelor’s degree required. Proven negotiation and supplier management skills. Ability to work cross‑functionally and drive results independently. Analytical mindset with strong communication and organization skills. High integrity, accountability, and a bias for action. Ability to manage multiple priorities and resources to achieve goals on time and within budget. First 90 Days Days 1‑30 Complete your onboarding activities, including a 4‑day FANdamentals training to learn about our brand and products. Review current and active projects to understand team priorities and develop an execution plan. Gain a clear understanding of the supply chain structure, sourcing processes, and compliance requirements. Learn and assess open 2026 initiatives and gain visibility into planned projects for 2027 and beyond. Establish initial relationships with internal stakeholders and procurement team members. Days 31‑60 Begin contributing to active sourcing and commodity initiatives. Stabilize high‑priority categories, suppliers, and projects. Develop a consistent operating rhythm that supports short‑ and long‑term procurement performance. Identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities within assigned categories. Days 61‑90+ Track and achieve key performance indicators, including on‑time delivery of sourcing and category projects. Establish and strengthen key vendor relationships and communication channels. Demonstrate working knowledge of end‑to‑end supply chain processes. Build trusted relationships with internal decision‑makers and cross‑functional partners. Proactively support strategic initiatives and longer‑term sourcing objectives. The Interview Process First Conversation: You’ll speak with a BAF Recruiter to discuss the opportunity in depth and answer any questions. Hiring Manager Interview: A virtual interview with the Big Ass Fans Director of Sourcing, covering day‑to‑day operations and role expectations. The Panel Interview: A final onsite interview with a cross‑departmental team to present your background and answer specific questions. Be a Part of Something BIG You’re not just a member of the Big Ass Fans team; this is bigger than us. We are a Madison Industries company—one of the largest privately held companies globally. Madison Industries fosters, builds, and sustains exceptional companies essential to our collective health and well‑being. Join us to help make the world healthier, safer, and more productive. Equality and Inclusion Big Ass Fans is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Accessibility Assistance If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr