Commodity Manager Jobs in Kent, WA (NOW HIRING)

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
 

Requisition Summary                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

As a Commodity Manager HR, Marketing, and Professional Services, this individual will be responsible for partnering with and supporting internal business units, functional groups, and associated stakeholders, while executing on strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management initiatives. Categories include but will not be limited to the following services: HR, recruiting, marketing, cafeteria services, standard dress, and uniformed security. This position will be responsible for managing PACCAR’s commercial relationship with professional services and benefits providers, and driving commercial strategies to control costs and mitigate risk. The ideal candidate will be a proven change agent in the field of Purchasing and large service contract management, focused on delivering the highest value of products and services to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Lead Purchasing activities for assigned Professional Services categories, serving as the primary procurement representative and trusted advisor to internal stakeholders across the enterprise.

• Develop and execute category management, sourcing, and supplier strategies that align with business objectives, optimize total cost of ownership, and mitigate supply and contractual risks.

• Partner with business stakeholders to define requirements, develop sourcing plans, establish negotiation strategies, and execute strategic sourcing events in accordance with project timelines and organizational goals.

• Identify, assess, and select Professional Services suppliers based on capability, quality, service, innovation, financial stability, and overall value to the organization.

• Manage a portfolio of suppliers supporting multiple manufacturing facilities and business functions, ensuring high levels of performance, service, compliance, and cost competitiveness.

• Lead complex commercial and contractual negotiations, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), pricing structures, service level agreements (SLAs), and other contract terms while minimizing business risk.

• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships through Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices, strategic supplier segmentation, performance reviews, and supplier rationalization initiatives.

• Drive supplier performance improvement through the development and management of key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), scorecards, and continuous improvement plans.

• Collaborate closely with Legal, Finance, Operations, IT, HR, and other functional teams to ensure contractual compliance, governance, and alignment with corporate policies and objectives.

• Lead cross-functional sourcing projects from requirements gathering through supplier selection, contract execution, implementation, and ongoing supplier management.

• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline procurement processes, improve efficiency, eliminate non-value-added activities, and enhance stakeholder and supplier experiences.

• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, cost drivers, and industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation, cost savings, risk mitigation, and process improvement.

• Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and other sourcing documentation; evaluate supplier proposals using structured sourcing and decision-making methodologies.

• Develop and deliver presentations, recommendations, and business cases to leadership, stakeholders, and executive management regarding sourcing strategies, supplier performance, contract negotiations, and procurement initiatives.

• Foster effective communication and collaboration with suppliers, business partners, manufacturing plants, divisions, and corporate leaders at all levels of the organization.

• Support organizational objectives by driving cost reduction, value creation, supplier diversity, risk management, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement across Professional Services spend categories.

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Qualifications & Skills

• 5 years professional work experience that includes a minimum of 3 years of Purchasing, large service contract negotiations, or related experience 

• Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to negotiate supplier pricing, contract terms, delivery timelines, and service agreements while balancing cost, quality, risk, and business needs.

• Flexible and proactive team leader with the ability to manage multiple and diverse tasks concurrently

• Demonstrated examples of medium to large scale Project Management experience

• Product knowledge of services and benefits-related products desired

• Strong Team Player with excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and presentation

• Proven organization, planning, and analytical skills 

• Demonstrated leadership to accomplish company goals

• Business, industry, and commodity acumen

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite skills, including data mining, summarization, and presentation

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Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field required.

•  Masters or MBA preferred.

Competencies

• Act with Integrity

• Demonstrate Adaptability

• Drive for Results

• Influence Others

• Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives

• Manage Execution

• Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen

Benefits
PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plan options

• Flexible spending accounts and health savings account

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%

• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement

• 12 paid holidays, sick and vacation time

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Paid short-and long-term disability program

• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more 

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Commodity Manager - HR & Professional Services role is $90,400 -$141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.  

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