Global Commodity Buyer

Location: Chatham-Kent, ON
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Day Shift
Salary: $70,000–$100,000 per year

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Global Commodity Buyer to support strategic sourcing and purchasing activities within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing commodity categories, developing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and identifying cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality, delivery, and supply chain performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in steel sourcing and metal stampings, preferably within the Tier 1 automotive industry, along with a proven ability to manage complex commodity portfolios and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for assigned commodity categories.
- Manage sourcing activities related to steel, metal stampings, and other manufacturing materials.
- Lead supplier negotiations, RFQs, cost analysis, and pricing agreements.
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Evaluate supplier performance, capacity, quality, delivery, and overall competitiveness.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to support business requirements.




- Conduct market research and commodity cost analysis to support purchasing decisions.
- Support supplier development initiatives and resolve sourcing-related issues.
- Monitor commodity market trends and identify potential supply chain risks.

Qualifications

- Experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, or commodity management within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong background in steel sourcing and metal stampings.
- Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing RFQ processes.
- Knowledge of cost analysis, cost reduction, and supplier performance management.
- Previous experience in the Tier 1 automotive industry is strongly preferred.
- Experience managing complex commodity portfolios and supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP or purchasing systems.

Experience sourcing plastics and resin commodities would be considered a significant asset.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary of $70,000–$100,000 annually.
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- Day-shift schedule.
- Prospect to contribute to strategic sourcing and supplier development initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity at [email protected]

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📌 Global Commodity Buyer (Chatham-Kent)
🏢 Canadian Executive Search Group
📍 Chatham-Kent