22h ago
Composites Commodity Manager
Austin, Texas
✨ $100k-$145k / yearest.
full-timeseniormanufacturing
💼 About This Role
You'll develop and execute sourcing strategies for composite materials and components in a maritime defense environment. Your work ensures supply continuity and scalability across production and new product development. You'll partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to build a resilient supply base.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Develop and execute commodity strategies for composites including raw materials and fabricated structures.
- Lead sourcing initiatives including supplier identification, RFQs, technical evaluations, and contract negotiations.
- Manage supplier capacity plans to support production ramp and long-term demand.
- Conduct NPI scalability assessments covering production capability, quality, lead time, and compliance.
📋 Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing.
- Strong understanding of composite materials and processes (carbon fiber, resin systems, autoclave).
- Proven experience managing complex supplier relationships and technical sourcing decisions.
✨ Nice to Have
- Exposure to composites, aerospace, marine, or advanced manufacturing.
- Familiarity with ITAR / defense compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and sourcing tools.
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