Job Details

Commodity Specialist

Category: Manufacturing & Production

Employment Type: Contract

Reference: BH-390901

Commodity Specialist needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific's client located in Hercules, CA. This position is for a molecular diagnostics manufacturer, and the team is looking for candidates with 1-3 years' experience in sales, purchasing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in project management is preferred.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Responsibilities

You'll play a key role in ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply of specialized materials and components that enable scientific and medical innovation. In this role, you'll monitor global market trends, partner with engineering, quality, and operations teams, and negotiate with suppliers to balance cost, quality, and continuity of supply. You'll analyze cost drivers, support new product development with sourcing insights, and ensure supplier compliance with industry and regulatory standards. You'll also apply your project management skills to lead cross‑functional initiatives—such as qualifying new suppliers, transitioning materials, and implementing cost‑reduction programs. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on technical problem‑solving, strategic collaboration, and making a tangible impact on the products that advance human health.

• Leads and or manages projects of various scopes and complexity.
• Experienced professionals with wide‑ranging experience use professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues.
• Executes supply strategies with the site personnel.
• Manages supplier relations and escalation issues with site/region specific suppliers.
• Participate in Supplier AVL development, supplier compliance tracking, supplier business continuity and contract spend management.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, logistics, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Work Experience: 1-3 years' experience in sales, purchasing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in project management.
• Knowledge and application of the principles and theories of purchasing.
• Excellent oral and written communication, negotiation, and multitasking skills with exceptional organizational skills.

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Contract: 6‑month contract with possibility of extension and/or conversion.

Salary: $45 - $50 per hour depending on education and experience, W2.

Recruiter: Ery Baniqued

What's In It for You?

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits.
• Prescription, Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week).
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week).
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll.
• Referral Bonus Programs.
• Employee Discount Programs.
• Certification and training opportunities.

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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