Commodity Manager - Metals

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.
Some of your Benefits

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Development

location_on Plymouth, MI
Hybrid Work
You support our team as
Commodity Manager - Metals

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Material Science, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, strategic sourcing, commodity management, supply chain, or supplier management within a manufacturing environment.
Experience sourcing direct materials, components, technical products, or manufacturing-related commodities.
Demonstrated success negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate cost drivers, supplier performance, and business risks.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance.
Strong communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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