Mid Level Commodity Specialist Jobs
Mid level commodity specialist jobs go to professionals ready to own sourcing decisions, manage supplier relationships end to end, and drive cost and quality outcomes with minimal oversight. Roles are concentrated across Manufacturing, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions, 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 Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level commodity specialist job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you led supplier negotiations, managed a commodity category independently, or delivered measurable cost savings. Applications that show you can operate with limited oversight and have cross-functional exposure, such as working alongside engineering, finance, or operations teams, stand out most at this level. Tailor your resume to the specific category the employer sources.
Which companies hire mid level commodity specialists?
Companies hiring mid level commodity specialists right now include Volvo, Inficon, and GlobalFoundries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes primarily from manufacturers, defense contractors, and large consumer goods companies that run established procurement functions and need specialists who can manage a category with real accountability.
Are there remote mid level commodity specialist jobs?
Yes, though the role is more commonly on-site or hybrid than fully remote due to its supplier-facing and cross-functional nature. About 33% of mid level commodity specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist if flexibility matters to you. Filtering by work setting when searching helps narrow to the arrangements that fit your situation.
How do I move up to a mid level commodity specialist role?
Moving from entry level into mid level typically requires deepening your expertise in a specific commodity or category, building a record of supplier negotiations you led rather than supported, and demonstrating measurable impact such as cost reductions or improved lead times. Taking ownership of a project from sourcing through delivery, earning cross-functional trust, and understanding total cost of ownership principles are what signal readiness to advance.
Which industries hire the most mid level commodity specialists?
Mid Level commodity specialist roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage complex, high-volume supply chains where category expertise and supplier accountability directly affect production costs and operational continuity.