Commodity Manager - Hermetics

Commodity Manager (Hermetics)

The Commodity Manager (Hermetics) will be responsible for executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier performance, and ensuring reliable and cost-effective supply of assigned commodities in support of our rapidly growing aerospace & defense programs. This role bridges strategic intent with tactical execution, ensuring supplier contracts, const targets, and performance metrics are achieved. This role will report directly to the Strategic Sourcing Leader.

Sourcing & Contracting

Execute sourcing activities for assigned commodities within the framework of category strategies. Lead RFQ's, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations. Develop and maintain supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and terms.

Supplier Performance Management

Monitor and report supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance. Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers. Partner with Supplier Quality and Supplier Development Engineers to resolve escalations.

Operational Execution

Ensure purchase orders are issued on time, aligned to demand schedules and contracts. Manage cost reduction initiatives and value improvement activities. Support ERP / materials planning processes by maintaining accurate lead times, pricing, and supplier master data.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Category Leaders to ensure commodity execution supports a long-term strategy. Partner with Program Management and Engineering on new product introductions (NPI's) or product improvement. Support Manufacturing and Materials teams to ensure continuity of supply during ramps and surges. Partner with Engineering teams to develop should-cost models and perform technical evaluations where appropriate.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject. Master's degree preferred. 5+ years of procurement, commodity management, or sourcing experience (aerospace & defense preferred). Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost reduction and supplier performance results. Familiarity with aerospace quality standards (AS9100, NADCAP) a plus. Proficiency with ERP / MRP systems (SAP, Oracle or equivalent). Ability to analyze data, build cost models, and use metrics to drive decisions. Excellent communication and relationship skills.

Desired Competencies

Negotiations & Contract Management - proven ability to deliver win-win outcomes. Supplier Management & Evaluation skilled in driving supplier accountability. Risk Awareness ability to anticipate supply risk and execute mitigation plans. Cross Functional Collaboration comfortable partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Program teams. Continuous Improvement Mindset applying Lean / CI tools to streamline supplier and internal processes.

Ralliant Corporation Overview Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About PacSci EMC Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC's experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM.

PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision : THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., "All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor's team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S." Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It's how we achieve more together for each other, for our customers, and for the world.

Bonus or Equity This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package. Pay Range The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 89,200.00 - 165,600.00 Is this role subject to ITAR? The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.