Commodity Manager

Description Big Ass Who? We didn’t set out to start a fan company. We set out to solve a problem—workplace discomfort. (Sorry, HR, not your kind.) Facilities become furnaces during the summer, but businesses still expect peak performance and productivity. Without providing the basic human right of comfort, that’s just asinine. Seeing how overhead fans cooled California dairy cows begged a massive question for our founder. “Can a fan be made to revolutionize comfort for people?” he uttered. That’s when the HVLS Fan Company was born—with the first-ever patented high-volume, low-speed fan. But that name? BOR-ing. And customers knew it. We kept getting calls asking, “Are you the guys who make those big ass fans?” Hell yeah, we are. And Big Ass Fans was born, complete with our own cheeky donkey mascot, Fanny. Today, we don’t just move air, we transform experiences. Big Ass Fans deliver comfort where it counts. We build every product like lives depend on it. Because, turns out, they do. Our success is a result of the Big Ass Fans team’s innovation. Are you seeking an opportunity to work with extraordinary people with an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you have something that sets you apart from the rest? With a bias for action, we want you to and bring the next great BAF product to market. From our customers to our employees, we are passionate about what we can accomplish together. The successful candidate will bring passion, energy, and a “get it done” mentality to BAF and the industrial business and contribute in a meaningful way to realize the company’s full potential in the market. Opportunity At Big Ass Fans, we’re on a mission to make the world safer, healthier, and more productive through better air movement. Behind every fan we build is a high-performing supply chain, and that’s where you come in! We’re looking for a Commodity Manager who thrives on strategy, relationships, and driving results. In this role, you’ll directly power our mission by ensuring we source the right components, from the right partners, at the right time, so our industry-leading products reach customers with the quality and speed they expect. Our leading products come with leading service, and that starts with exceptional sourcing. Your work will ensure our products get out the door on time, at the highest quality, and ready to make an impact. What You'll Do Lead sourcing strategy across key components (motors, electronics, metals, plastics, and more). Build, evaluate, and strengthen supplier relationships—including onsite visits. Negotiate cost, lead time, and performance to drive value and reliability. Manage supplier performance, delivery, and quality issues with urgency. Identify cost savings and report sourcing impact to leadership. Partner cross-functionally to support forecasts, new product launches, and long-term planning. Mitigate risk through dual sourcing and supply continuity strategies. What You'll Bring 4+ years of strategic sourcing or supply chain experience Strong category management experience across technical commodities Bachelor’s degree required Proven negotiation and supplier management skills Ability to work cross-functionally and drive results independently Analytical mindset with strong communication and organization skills High integrity, accountability, and a bias for action Ability to manage multiple priorities and resources to achieve goals on-time and within budget Think you have what it takes, but your background doesn’t perfectly align with this role? No sweat! If this position gets your fan spinning, we encourage you to apply and tell us how you’ll succeed with your unique skills in your application. First 90 Days Days 1-30 Every Big Ass Fans employee is essential in working towards the company’s growth goals, and no goal is successful without a plan. When you kickstart your BAF journey with a strong 90-day plan, you’ll be set up for a great first day, week, month, quarter and beyond! Here’s a snapshot of the first 90 days a…

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