Commodity Manager

KPS Global (KPSG) is the North American industry leader in the manufacture production and installation of Walk-in Coolers and Freezers. KPSGs end-product serves many channels within the retail food market as well as industrial applications. KPSG is headquartered in Fort Worth Texas with most support activities centralized in the Fort Worth facility. KPSG maintains product manufacturing in five locations: San Dimas CA; Fort Worth TX; Piney Flats TN; Conyers GA and Goodyear AZ.

The Commodity Manager is responsible for the strategic management of assigned direct and indirect material categories with accountability for sourcing strategy supplier performance contract administration market intelligence cost management and supply continuity. This role leads commercial and operational activities that improve margin protection reduce supply risk strengthen contract discipline and support long-term value creation through structured commodity management practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering Finance or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in commodity management sourcing procurement or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance across raw material component or buyout categories.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to interpret indices market intelligence and supplier cost structures.
• Knowledge of contract terms related to index-based pricing escalation and de-escalation rebates productivity expectations and surcharge mechanisms preferred.
• Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a dynamic cross-functional environment