Specialist, Commercial Operations

Company Overview:

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification.

We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain—from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves—enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI—the convergence of computation, movement, and control.

We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer—and our people are driving that transformation.

Position Overview:

The Commercial Operations Specialist is responsible for managing and improving commercial execution processes across the order-to-cash lifecycle, including contract management, order fulfillment performance, and commercial data integrity. This role supports strategic customer accounts by analyzing pricing accuracy, order flow, and delivery performance, and applies independent judgment to recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and support revenue realization. Working cross-functionally with Logistics, Operations, Finance, and Sales, the specialist develops reporting and forecasting insights, monitors key performance metrics, and identifies opportunities to optimize ERP workflows (e.g., SAP). The position also supports contract development and commercial initiatives by providing analytical input and ensuring alignment between contractual commitments and operational capabilities.

The role partners cross-functionally with Logistics, Operations, Tolling Partners, Finance, and Supply Chain to ensure commercial performance aligns with contractual and business objectives, while actively identifying and implementing improvements to pricing, contract design, and fulfillment efficiency.

This position plays a key role in supporting revenue performance, margin optimization, and supply-demand alignment across strategic customer accounts.

Position Responsibilities:

• Own the lifecycle of customer contracts in SAP, including designing andmaintainingvolume commitments, pricing structures, and payment terms in alignment with commercial strategy.
• Analyze contract performance, pricing trends, and customer behavior to recommend adjustments that improve revenue, margin, and service levels.
• Oversee order management workflows and ensure fulfillment aligns with contractual and commercial priorities.
• Develop andmaintaincommercial reporting frameworks to support forecasting, revenue planning, and supply-demand optimization.
• Interpret shipment, logistics, and production data to identify risks to contract performance and proactively mitigate disruptions.
• Partner with Logistics, Operations, and Tolling Partners tooptimizefulfillment strategies and improve end-to-end execution efficiency.
• Evaluate contract compliance and performance metrics, and define corrective actions when gaps areidentified.
• Lead analysis and preparation of account performance reviews, including insights on profitability, volume trends, and commercial risk exposure.
• Recommend, draft, and support negotiation of contract amendments, renewals, and new commercial agreements.
• Identifyopportunities to improve SAP workflows, data integrity, and commercial processes, andleadimplementation of enhancements.
• Serve as a key commercial advisor to internal stakeholders on pricing, contract structure, and customer account strategy.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience in commercial operations, sales operations, contract analysis, or supply chain analytics.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, mining, energy, or commodities-based industries preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP systems, including contract and order management modules.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing commercial data to support decision-making.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools for reporting and modeling.
• Ability to travel ~10% as needed.

Desired Qualities:

• Ability to exercise independent judgment in interpreting commercial data and contract terms.
• Strong analytical mindset withabilityto translate data into actionable business recommendations.
• Experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders acrosslogistics, operations, and finance.
• Demonstrated ability toidentifyand implement process or commercial improvements.
• Strong communicationskills withabilityto present insightstoleadership.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced industrial or commodities-based environments.
• Experience with pricing analysis, revenue management, or supply chain optimization preferred.
• Familiarity with internationallogistics, export controls, or cross-border trade preferred.
• Understanding of commodity-based commercial models (e.g., metals, energy, chemicals)preferred.

MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

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