Commodity Manager
Spectraforce
North Reading, Massachusetts
9 hours ago
Job Description
Job Title: Commodity Manager
Duration : 6 Months
Location: North Reading, MA
Junior Mechanical Commodity Manager – Metals
An entry-level Commodity Manager for this role serves as a foundational member of the procurement team, supporting the execution of daily supply chain operations while developing core competencies in supplier management, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This position provides hands-on exposure to the full procurement lifecycle—from supplier research and quote management through purchase order execution and performance tracking—under the mentorship of experienced commodity managers. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency with Excel and procurement systems, and a genuine commitment to learning industry best practices. The intern or junior commodity manager will build a solid foundation in supplier relationship management, cost analysis, and supply chain problem-solving that prepares them for advancement into more strategic commodity management responsibilities.
Primary focus of this resource will be GA/ Sustaining and KTLO Programs and Agile/ ECO management.
Administrative & Data Management
· Maintain and update supplier contact databases and procurement records
· Create and organize purchase requisitions in procurement systems
· Track purchase order status and update internal tracking spreadsheets
· File and organize supplier documentation (certifications, agreements, quotes)
· Prepare basic reports and presentations for team meetings
· Schedule meetings between suppliers and internal stakeholders
Supplier Communication & Coordination
· Send routine emails to suppliers requesting quotes, delivery updates, or documentation
· Follow up on outstanding purchase orders and delivery confirmations
· Coordinate sample requests and shipments between suppliers and engineering teams
· Assist in scheduling supplier calls and take meeting notes
· Respond to basic supplier inquiries under supervision
Data Analysis & Reporting (Basic)
· Use Excel to create simple pivot tables and charts for spend analysis
· Track and report on-time delivery metrics by supplier
· Compile supplier performance data for monthly reviews
· Help maintain pricing databases and cost comparison spreadsheets
· Generate basic spend reports by category or supplier
Research & Market Intelligence
· Research potential new suppliers online and compile contact information
· Gather industry pricing benchmarks from public sources
· Create comparison matrices for supplier capabilities
· Research material specifications and industry standards
· Compile competitive intelligence on commodity trends
Process Support
· Shadow senior commodity managers during supplier negotiations
· Participate in cross-functional team meetings as a note-taker
· Help document standard operating procedures
· Assist with RFQ (Request for Quote) package preparation
· Support supplier onboarding activities by collecting required documentation
Quality & Compliance Support
· Track supplier quality metrics and flag issues to senior team members
· Help organize supplier audit schedules and documentation
· Maintain compliance checklists for supplier certifications
· Assist in collecting corrective action responses from suppliers
· Update quality scorecards with data provided by quality teams
Project Assistance
· Support cost reduction initiatives by gathering data and quotes
· Assist with supplier consolidation projects
· Help track savings opportunities identified by the team
· Participate in cross-functional project meetings
· Create simple project status trackers in Excel
Learning & Development
· Complete internal training on procurement systems and policies
· Learn company-specific commodity strategies and supplier base
· Attend supplier visits and manufacturing site tours
· Participate in professional development workshops
· Build knowledge of technical specifications for assigned commodities
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 40.00/hr.
Duration : 6 Months
Location: North Reading, MA
Junior Mechanical Commodity Manager – Metals
An entry-level Commodity Manager for this role serves as a foundational member of the procurement team, supporting the execution of daily supply chain operations while developing core competencies in supplier management, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This position provides hands-on exposure to the full procurement lifecycle—from supplier research and quote management through purchase order execution and performance tracking—under the mentorship of experienced commodity managers. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency with Excel and procurement systems, and a genuine commitment to learning industry best practices. The intern or junior commodity manager will build a solid foundation in supplier relationship management, cost analysis, and supply chain problem-solving that prepares them for advancement into more strategic commodity management responsibilities.
Primary focus of this resource will be GA/ Sustaining and KTLO Programs and Agile/ ECO management.
Administrative & Data Management
· Maintain and update supplier contact databases and procurement records
· Create and organize purchase requisitions in procurement systems
· Track purchase order status and update internal tracking spreadsheets
· File and organize supplier documentation (certifications, agreements, quotes)
· Prepare basic reports and presentations for team meetings
· Schedule meetings between suppliers and internal stakeholders
Supplier Communication & Coordination
· Send routine emails to suppliers requesting quotes, delivery updates, or documentation
· Follow up on outstanding purchase orders and delivery confirmations
· Coordinate sample requests and shipments between suppliers and engineering teams
· Assist in scheduling supplier calls and take meeting notes
· Respond to basic supplier inquiries under supervision
Data Analysis & Reporting (Basic)
· Use Excel to create simple pivot tables and charts for spend analysis
· Track and report on-time delivery metrics by supplier
· Compile supplier performance data for monthly reviews
· Help maintain pricing databases and cost comparison spreadsheets
· Generate basic spend reports by category or supplier
Research & Market Intelligence
· Research potential new suppliers online and compile contact information
· Gather industry pricing benchmarks from public sources
· Create comparison matrices for supplier capabilities
· Research material specifications and industry standards
· Compile competitive intelligence on commodity trends
Process Support
· Shadow senior commodity managers during supplier negotiations
· Participate in cross-functional team meetings as a note-taker
· Help document standard operating procedures
· Assist with RFQ (Request for Quote) package preparation
· Support supplier onboarding activities by collecting required documentation
Quality & Compliance Support
· Track supplier quality metrics and flag issues to senior team members
· Help organize supplier audit schedules and documentation
· Maintain compliance checklists for supplier certifications
· Assist in collecting corrective action responses from suppliers
· Update quality scorecards with data provided by quality teams
Project Assistance
· Support cost reduction initiatives by gathering data and quotes
· Assist with supplier consolidation projects
· Help track savings opportunities identified by the team
· Participate in cross-functional project meetings
· Create simple project status trackers in Excel
Learning & Development
· Complete internal training on procurement systems and policies
· Learn company-specific commodity strategies and supplier base
· Attend supplier visits and manufacturing site tours
· Participate in professional development workshops
· Build knowledge of technical specifications for assigned commodities
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Transportation/Supply Chain/Operations discipline
- Strong Math, Logical, Problem Solving skills
- Strong analytical abilities, and high proficiency creating and managing advanced models using SQL and Microsoft Excel
- Analyst work background, or focus in higher education
- Conceptual understanding of systems, and configuration management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Transportation/Supply Chain/Operations discipline
- Strong Math, Logical, Problem Solving skills
- Strong analytical abilities, and high proficiency creating and managing advanced models using SQL and Microsoft Excel
- Analyst work background, or focus in higher education
- Conceptual understanding of systems, and configuration management
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 40.00/hr.