Commodity Manager

3 weeks ago

Phoenix, Arizona, United States Virgin Galactic Full time
Job Title: Commodity Manager

Virgin Galactic is seeking a highly skilled Commodity Manager to join our team. As a Commodity Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the strategic sourcing of Ground Support Equipment, fuel, gases, tool calibration, fleet management, and propulsion operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement and communicate strategic sourcing and commodity/category management projects with aligned goals (customer service, quality, cost savings, cost avoidance, on-time delivery, efficiencies, etc.).
  • Develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to support those sourcing initiatives.
  • As a customer-facing resource, lead projects internally as a 'sourcing' consultant for the various affected stakeholders.
  • Identify barriers to successful performance within the organization and provide potential solutions for their removal.
  • Support inventory management, quality, and total cost of ownership initiatives as required.
  • Execute strategic goals and objectives in support of the overall company goals and objectives.
  • Provide support to ensure compliance with international and U.S. laws related to import/export activity.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business/Materials Logistics Management, or similar is preferred. A Master's degree would be beneficial.
  • CPSM/CPM, CPIM, PMP, and/or other similar certifications.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a commodity/category manager, supply chain manager, or senior buyer is required.
  • At least 5 years' experience in the support of aerospace, ground support equipment, or similar vehicular maintenance categories.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrates a proven record of exceeding customer expectations.
  • Ability to consult, manage projects, and positively influence customers, peers, and suppliers.
  • Strong knowledge of office software skills including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
  • Understanding of import/export processes including ITAR.
  • Practical approach/leads by example.
  • Happy to be hands-on and work closely with cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of various procurement methods, strategic sourcing, and supply chain practices.
  • Subject Matter Expert within the associated categories, marketplaces, indexes, and trends arena.
  • Prior demonstrated supervisory, management, and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication skills (customers, team, management, and suppliers).
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and structured approach.
  • Incredible energy and passion with a resourceful attitude.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Enjoys providing leadership to teams in driving sourcing projects to completion.
  • Ability to react to change and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Requirements:
  • Aerospace Management, MRO, GSE, and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) experience is a plus.
  • Experience from a start-up environment is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Oracle EBS or MRO maintenance software (we use Ultramain) is preferred. A similar ERP system (SAP, Dynamics, etc.) could substitute.
Physical and/or Additional Requirements:
  • Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.

Virgin Galactic offers a competitive salary range of $79,300.00–$121,000.00, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long-term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a Drug-Free Workplace.

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