Commodity Manager - Copper

OnsiteTravel: 20%Join the Maverick Power Team!

At Maverick Power, we don’t just build power distribution solutions—we redefine industry standards. Recognized on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list as #16 in the U.S., #2 in Manufacturing, and #1 in Texas, we are committed to driving innovation, quality, and speed.

With multiple manufacturing facilities across North Texas and Phoenix, we are expanding rapidly and looking for top talent to grow with usIf you are ready to be part of a high-energy, solutions-driven team where your work makes an impact, Maverick Power is the place for you.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential!

Paid Time Off, 401K Matching, Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits!

High-growth organization with advancement opportunities!

Diverse, Collaborative, & Fun Work Environment!

About The Role

The Commodity Manager will lead the supplier relationship management, negotiate contracts, monitor market trends, and implement procurement strategies to optimize the copper supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast and strategically source copper
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply
• Hold quarterly business reviews with suppliers at their location
• Negotiate agreements to secure competitive pricing and favorable payment terms
• Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and global supply conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with Legal and Procurement to review and finalize contract terms, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies
• Manage copper inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory
• Analyze procurement data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to support new product development initiatives and ensure materials meet specifications and quality standards
• Lead, train, and mentor the supply chain team
• Place purchase orders as required
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of copper commodity management
• Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (SAP or Epicor)
• Intermediate level Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to Senior Leadership
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to work well under pressure maintaining a customer-focused mindset Must be able to travel domestically and abroad

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in switch gear or other power distribution equipment
• Experience with industrial breakers
• Experience with sheet metal commodity management
• Project management experience

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to twenty-five pounds at times.
• Prolonged periods sitting, standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must have vision correctable to 20/20 and be able to wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, boots, gloves, etc.).

Work Environment

May work in various settings at the Maverick Power facilities, in offices, in multiple shops, and in commercial buildings. Maintaining the same position or posture while performing tasks and sitting for prolonged periods.

The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.EEO/AAP StatementWe acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals.

Maverick Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.