Corporate Supply Chain Commodity Manager

Ducommun, Inc.
United States, California, Costa Mesa
600 Anton Blvd (Show on map)
Oct 15, 2025
Corporate Supply Chain Commodity Manager The Ducommun Supply Chain Commodity Manager is a key member of the Ducommun (DCO) corporate strategic supply chain management team and reports to the VP of Supply Chain Management. The Commodity Manager is key to lead and manage supplier performance and improvements in terms of on time delivery, flawless quality, and aligned cost to support performance centers operations AOP and customer service enterprise wise. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Job Summary Execute commodity savings year over year - drive material cost reduction - capture 'One Ducommun' spend to support and exceed company AOP. Lead and support commodity key negotiations and long-term agreement to build and improve commercial relationship and partnership to support business growth and supply stability. Support and lead to resolve key suppliers escalated performance issues to support operation requirements and customer service across performance centers. Support and drive RCCA to hold and improve supplier performance accountability including supplier on time delivery, flawless quality and cost alignment against material baseline and assigned BOM cost at program level. Lead supplier consolidation and transition strategy and execution to align business requirement, supply risk mitigation, and business growth towards standardization and synergy Lead with recommendation and work with across functional team for commodity strategy identification, development and execution aligned to business goals and growth, support key technology road map to support Products and Services Own and lead key top spend suppliers' development, relationship and partnership to drive strategy alignment and execution such as: quarterly scorecards review at executive level, grow- remain- exit strategy and actions across performance centers. Provide and be proactive about commodity market and provide timely communication to supply chain management team with opportunities and risk mitigation actions to support business growth and operation requirements. Promote and demonstrate the guiding principles, mission, vision and values of Ducommun. Promote and drive culture change to support buy-in and success of projects. Responsible for storing and handling all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information or documentation. Support all visitor and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, product, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns. Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee's work area. Performs other duties as assigned. Regular and acceptable attendance and is an essential function of this job. Required Skills and Qualifications Energetic and results-oriented, with a strong drive to take action and achieve business goals and objectives. Strong communication skills across all levels, with the ability to address and act with urgency to resolve escalated issues. Proven leader and team player with a successful track record in change management. Strong team player, builder, and leader. Demonstrated leadership in supply chain, supply base, and/or operations within the automotive and/or aerospace and defense industry. Strong negotiation and business analysis skills. Ability to lead problem-solving initiatives and perform root cause analysis. Strong business acumen. Collaborative and influential leadership style. Broad understanding of end-to-end supply chain functions, from customer order through product shipment. Solid financial and P&L acumen related to operational costs, external supply costs, and working capital. Understands and effectively applies lean methodologies and concepts to supply chain processes. Required Experience and Education Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in world-class manufacturing, operations, and supply chain principles, including commodity management, materials and material flow management, inventory management, and strategic goal deployment. Licenses, Certifications, etc. ISM or APICS certification desirable Base Compensation: USD 110,000.00 - 145,000.00 Paid Salaried Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled 600 Anton Blvd, Suite 1100 Costa Mesa, California, 92626 United States