Sr. Commodity Manager - Indirect Procurement

About Axillon Aerospace:

Axillon Aerospace is a leading advanced composites and engineered materials manufacturer supporting both defense and commercial aerospace markets. Backed by SK Capital, we are undergoing a transformative evolution—streamlining operations, implementing strategic supply chain best practices, and investing in top talent to build a world-class procurement organization. As part of this transformation, we are seeking a Senior Commodity Manager – Indirect Procurement to own and optimize a complex portfolio of indirect spend across multiple sites and functions.

Role Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President of Procurement & Supply Chain, the Senior Commodity Manager – Indirect Procurement will be responsible for the development and execution of category strategies, supplier management, and cost optimization initiatives across Axillon’s indirect spend portfolio. You will partner cross-functionally with Finance, IT, Operations, HR, Facilities, and Engineering teams to centralize and professionalize the sourcing of indirect goods and services.

Key Indirect Categories:

• IT & Software (licensing, hardware, infrastructure, SaaS, AMS/hosting)
• Professional Services (legal, HR, marketing, finance, recruiting)
• Facilities & Utilities (maintenance contracts, janitorial, security, landscaping, waste)
• MRO & Consumables (indirect plant supplies, PPE, safety, lubricants, tooling)
• Consulting Services (engineering support, business transformation, digital, ERP)
• Capital Equipment & Machine Maintenance (service contracts, calibration, repair)
• Travel & Fleet (corporate travel, vehicle leasing, logistics support)
• Temporary Labor / Contractors
• Telecom & Network Services
• Employee Services (food service, vending, uniforms, wellness)

Key Responsibilities:

• Own ~$30–50M in indirect spend across 6 U.S. sites
• Develop and implement category strategies to drive cost savings, mitigate risk, and improve supplier performance
• Lead sourcing events (RFx), contract negotiations, supplier selection, and onboarding
• Consolidate spend and reduce fragmentation across locations and departments
• Collaborate with functional stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure procurement alignment
• Implement supplier performance management and service level agreements (SLAs)
• Partner with Finance to track and report realized savings, working capital improvements, and budget alignment
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements
• Serve as company’s Indirect Spend Category SME and matrix-manage site-level buyers and planners for indirect spend
• Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $160K to $175K per yr.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of procurement experience, including 3+ years in indirect categories
• Proven track record of category strategy development and execution
• Strong negotiation and contract manaement skills
• Experience managing complex supplier relationships and internal stakeholders
• Understanding of ERP systems and digital procurement tools
• Ability to thrive in a matrixed, high-growth, high-speed environment
• US Person status (due to ITAR requirements)

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPSM, CPM, or equivalent certification
• Aerospace, manufacturing, or multi-site industrial experience
• Familiarity with IT contracts, facilities, leases, and consulting agreements
• Prior involvement in a procurement transformation or centralization initiative

Why Join Us?

This is a high-impact role with visibility to the executive team and board. You will help shape Axillon’s long-term indirect procurement strategy, professionalize supplier engagement, and deliver meaningful P&L impact. We offer competitive compensation, performance incentives, and growth opportunities as we build out a center-led supply chain organization.

Axillon is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Axillon is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.