Mid Level Commodity Analyst Jobs
Mid level commodity analyst jobs go to analysts ready to own price models end to end, present market recommendations to leadership, and guide junior staff with limited oversight. Roles are split across Manufacturing, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, with 33% remote or hybrid options available, and employers like Volvo, Inficon, and GlobalFoundries hiring at this level now.
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SEWS — Farmington Hills, Michigan Office. Although located at SEWS – Farmington Hills Office, this is a Hybrid position, which combines both in office and off-site work. Associates are required to work at least four days in the office each week, but also have the flexibility to work off-site.
JOB TITLE: Commodity Buyer II
Basic Purpose
To support expanding procurement responsibilities within the Components Business Unit, the Buyer will strengthen supplier management, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience. This role will ensure adequate resource allocation to support new program launches, customer requirements, and long-term business growth.
Responsibilities
- Manage new/current price approval process and RFQs using procedural PCS Sheet.
- Negotiate regular cost reductions to meet physical year budget target.
- Manage schedules for new production launches.
- Obtain sourcing approval for each program and draw up a M/L, CDD, Award letter and tooling request.
- Analyze price comparison, logistics route, MOQ, etc.
- Prepare and coordinate orders for prototype events.
- Accounting Invoice Review (adjustment, delivery, non-invoice, etc.)
- Evaluate supply base biannually which is reflective on score card.
- Research and compile an analysis of market trend.
- Develop new suppliers identified as potential fits for SEWS’ business.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- 3-5 years related component buyer experience.
- Japanese-English bilingual ability is strongly preferred, as the Commodity Buyer will attend meetings with Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems Japan team.
About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability. With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics. SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers. Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.
About The Sumitomo Electric Group
Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company.
Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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SEWS — Farmington Hills, Michigan Office. Although located at SEWS – Farmington Hills Office, this is a Hybrid position, which combines both in office and off-site work. Associates are required to work at least four days in the office each week, but also have the flexibility to work off-site.
JOB TITLE: Commodity Buyer II
Basic Purpose
To support expanding procurement responsibilities within the Components Business Unit, the Buyer will strengthen supplier management, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience. This role will ensure adequate resource allocation to support new program launches, customer requirements, and long-term business growth.
Responsibilities
- Manage new/current price approval process and RFQs using procedural PCS Sheet.
- Negotiate regular cost reductions to meet physical year budget target.
- Manage schedules for new production launches.
- Obtain sourcing approval for each program and draw up a M/L, CDD, Award letter and tooling request.
- Analyze price comparison, logistics route, MOQ, etc.
- Prepare and coordinate orders for prototype events.
- Accounting Invoice Review (adjustment, delivery, non-invoice, etc.)
- Evaluate supply base biannually which is reflective on score card.
- Research and compile an analysis of market trend.
- Develop new suppliers identified as potential fits for SEWS’ business.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- 3-5 years related component buyer experience.
- Japanese-English bilingual ability is strongly preferred, as the Commodity Buyer will attend meetings with Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems Japan team.
About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability. With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics. SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers. Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.
About The Sumitomo Electric Group
Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company.
Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Mid Level Commodity Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level commodity analyst job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you built or maintained a price model independently, made a sourcing or hedging recommendation that was acted on, or managed a data workflow from start to finish. Recruiters at this level want to see that you can operate without close supervision, so lead your resume and cover letter with outcomes you drove, not tasks you completed.
Which companies hire mid level commodity analysts?
Companies hiring mid level commodity analysts right now include Volvo, Inficon, and GlobalFoundries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from large trading firms, integrated energy producers, agricultural processors, and manufacturers with complex raw-material supply chains who need analysts capable of running forecasts and advising procurement teams independently.
Are there remote mid level commodity analyst jobs?
Yes, though most roles still prefer proximity to trading floors or procurement teams. About 33% of mid level commodity analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the most common, particularly at energy companies and large consumer goods firms where analysts need occasional on-site access to trading systems or cross-functional meetings.
How do I move up to a mid level commodity analyst role?
The step up from entry level comes from building depth in one commodity category, taking ownership of a recurring analysis deliverable such as a weekly price report or monthly forecast, and demonstrating that your work influences decisions. Analysts who reach mid level fastest tend to have led a project through a full market cycle, earned fluency in a relevant modeling tool, and built a record of recommendations that held up under scrutiny.
Which industries hire the most mid level commodity analysts?
Mid Level commodity analyst roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most demand because they depend on active price risk management, long-term procurement contracts, and real-time market intelligence that requires analysts experienced enough to interpret volatility and advise on strategy without constant direction.