Senior Commodity Manager (Senior Sourcing Specialist)
Torrance, CA, USA
Req #72
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
About Singer We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.
Position Summary
Under general supervision, the Sr. Commodity Manager is responsible for developing commodity strategies for current and future programs, sourcing and qualifying vendors, negotiating pricing, and placing purchase orders to fulfill demand. The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient material flow to support our operations in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”
Essential Functions
Manage all aspects of assigned commodities, including commodity strategies, market conditions, technology roadmaps, and should cost creation
Responsible for issuance of RFQs
Responsible for managing a supply base that meet Singer’s Cost, Quality, and Delivery targets
Manage supplier contractual framework, including NDAs, GT&Cs, MSAs, and PSAs
Accountable for ensuring accuracy of part master data within MRP
Generate purchase requisitions and place Purchase Orders with suppliers, to meet demand
Accountable for on-time delivery of purchased material, at (or below) planned costs
Negotiate pricing with vendors to reduce total material cost
Identify part supply constraints that may impact production schedule and create mitigation plans
Work in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
Mentor junior team members
Lead cost development activities to ensure best-in-class pricing
Serve as the point of contact for the product development team to assess supply base feasibility and guide early sourcing decisions
Perform other duties as assigned
Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Strong ability to coach and lead team members within the department
Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, math, and statistics
Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Compensation The starting salary range for this position is between $85,120 - 106,400. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
BenefitsSinger employees in the US enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.
Equal Employment OpportunityWe are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
Other details
Pay Type
Salary
Min Hiring Rate
$85,120.00
Max Hiring Rate
$106,400.00
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