Commodity Manager - Aerospace Manufacturing

7w1 month ago

ACE Thermal Systems

Thornton, US · Full-time · $75,000 – $135,000

About this role

At ACE Thermal Systems, the Commodity Manager leads tactical procurement and supplier management for assigned commodity groups in aerospace manufacturing. This role develops category strategies and manages supplier performance to support high-performance environmental control systems for extreme conditions.

The position drives cost reduction and risk-mitigation initiatives while ensuring reliable supply of materials and components. Regular supplier business reviews and on-site audits help maintain compliance with aerospace standards and regulations.

Collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, and Finance teams aligns sourcing strategies with technical requirements. Support for new product introductions and value engineering discussions optimizes the supply chain.

The company fosters a dynamic, collaborative environment committed to professional growth and innovation. This mission-critical role contributes to exceeding customer expectations in Aerospace and Defense programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
5 years of purchasing experience, with at least 2 years in manufacturing or supply chain.
2 years of experience leading and developing a team.
Aerospace experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Identify, select, and qualify suppliers that meet technical, quality, and delivery expectations.
Establish and monitor supplier performance metrics, service level agreements, and corrective action plans.
Conduct regular supplier business reviews and on-site audits.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with strategic suppliers and support supplier development.
Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Program Management to align sourcing strategies.
Lead cost-reduction initiatives through negotiations, value engineering, supplier consolidation, and process optimization.
Identify and mitigate supply-chain risks including capacity constraints, long lead times, geopolitical impacts, and obsolescence.
Ensure all sourcing and procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.