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Associate Commodity Manager Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Mutares SE & Co. KGaA

$102.80 - $148.49/hr

Conduct market, cost-structure, and price analyses for key spend categories with commodity-driven or dynamic market environments * Negotiate long-term agreements with suppliers and service providers ...

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Hive + Co

Project Scheduler | 1062012

New Albany, OH · Hybrid

... Project Managers (PMs). With minimal supervision, performs role as scheduler and/or commodity ... Associate's degree, ten (10) years' qualified experience. * Qualified degrees must be in a related ...

Revel IT

Project Scheduler | 1062007

New Albany, OH · Hybrid

... Project Managers (PMs). With minimal supervision, performs role as scheduler and/or commodity ... Associate's degree, ten (10) years' qualified experience. * Qualified degrees must be in a related ...

JLL

Utility/Housekeeping Supervisor

Brookville, OH

Associate's degree or equivalent work experience in Facilities Management * Minimum of 2 years ... Background in energy conservation initiatives and commodity resource management This position does ...

Aep

Credit Risk Management Analyst

Columbus, OH · On-site

$83K - $93K/yr

Education: Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting; (Or) Associates degree ... Knowledge and/or experience in commercial and commodity transactions are desirable. * Multi-tasking ...

Wieland

Customer Service Team Lead

Lima, OH · On-site

... Manager * Customer price review and commodity review. Customer Service Team Lead Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent required * Associate's or higher preferred * Advanced CSR ...

Sanoh America, Inc

Buyer

Findlay, OH · On-site

Purchasing Manager * Reporting to This Position: N/A * General Summary ( describes the overall ... Daily support of NPCR process for assigned commodities by providing lists of suppliers to Associate ...

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What is an associate commodity manager?

Associate Commodity Managers are professionals who assist in the procurement and management of specific groups of goods or raw materials, known as commodities, for an organization. They work under the guidance of senior commodity managers to help develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, analyze market trends, and ensure cost-effective purchasing. Their role often includes coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to maintain supply chain efficiency and manage risks related to commodity price fluctuations. This position is typically entry to mid-level and serves as a foundational role for advancing into senior supply chain or procurement positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate commodity manager?

To thrive as an Associate Commodity Manager, you typically need a background in supply chain management, procurement, or business, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, procurement software, and analytical tools such as Excel or SAP is important. Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical thinking skills help you build supplier relationships and make data-driven decisions. These competencies are crucial for optimizing costs, ensuring reliable supply, and supporting the organization's strategic sourcing objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by associate commodity managers and how can they be addressed?

Associate Commodity Managers often encounter challenges such as fluctuating market prices, supply chain disruptions, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Navigating these issues requires strong analytical skills, adaptability, and effective communication with both suppliers and internal teams. Proactively monitoring market trends and collaborating closely with procurement, production, and logistics colleagues can help mitigate risks and ensure a steady supply of commodities. Embracing continuous learning and staying updated on industry developments are also key to overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Associate Commodity Manager vs Commodity Manager?

AspectAssociate Commodity ManagerCommodity Manager
ResponsibilitiesSupports procurement, conducts market research, assists in supplier negotiationsLeads procurement strategies, manages supplier relationships, oversees commodity categories
Experience & CredentialsEntry to mid-level, often requires a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related fieldMid to senior-level, requires experience in procurement and often certifications like CPSM
Work EnvironmentCorporate procurement teams, supply chain departmentsStrategic sourcing teams, procurement leadership

The Associate Commodity Manager typically supports procurement activities and market analysis, working under the guidance of a Commodity Manager. In contrast, the Commodity Manager takes on strategic responsibilities, managing supplier relationships and category strategies. Both roles are essential in supply chain operations, with the Associate role serving as a stepping stone to more senior procurement positions.

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Infographic showing various Associate Commodity Manager job openings in Ohio as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Part Time. Highlights an 87% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Quality Source Inspector - Mechanical - Level II

SQA Services

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$32 - $35/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

For more than 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.
 
 
We're hiring for a Quality Mechanical Source Inspector position in the Midwest. The schedule is for the first shift, full time, 40 hours a week, 5 days per week on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials
  • Inspection may include, but is not limited to, purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
  • Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required
  • Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary
  • Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products
  • Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards
  • Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection
  • Must be willing to travel within the Midwest region
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
  • Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances .005") using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
  • Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
  • Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
  • Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.
  • Must be willing to travel to different suppliers all across your region
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.
$32 - $35 an hour
50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p")
Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.725 per mile driven). Untaxed.
Note:
 
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
 
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
 
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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