Build Your Career with Ashley

Are you a strong negotiator with a keen attention to detail? Does working with a global supply chain that blends and optimizes both domestic and foreign production efforts get you excited? Do you want to take that excitement and knowledge and work for a World-Class organization? Then apply today to our Supply Chain Team at Ashley Furniture - the World's Largest Furniture Manufacturer!

Ashley Furniture has one of the most sophisticated, efficient and dynamic logistics systems in the world that directs every variable that goes into making and moving product.

Commodity Sourcing Manager, Chemicals

What Will You Do?

The Chemical Sourcing/Commodity Manager will define and manage the selection and certification of all resin and plastics suppliers that will provide the best landed value to the Ashley Company. Negotiate and track costs on all components and commodities that are part of the Ashley Company's chemical and resin supply chain. Train Procurement Specialists and suppliers in the use of all materials management software. Investigate and resolve problems with supplier quality, delivery, packaging or methods that impact on-time delivery or inventory turns. Provide managing negotiations relative to their specific materials production. This position will have interaction with feedback and input to determine first run dates for new models and suggest changes to release and forecast assembly orders based upon raw material availability.

The Chemical Sourcing/Commodity manager is responsible for overseeing the sourcing and procurement of raw materials required for foam pouring, including plastic resin pellets, non-woven materials, and recycled plastic fibers. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials. The Chemical Sourcing Manager plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and sustainability standards of our products. They are responsible for ensuring adherence to both department and material budgets. Responsible for all levels of management on a corporate wide basis as well as with external suppliers.

What Do You Need?

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Packaging, Materials Management or a related field, or equivalent work experience, Required
• 5 years purchasing experience in a multi-plant manufacturing environment, Required
• Experience in purchasing foam, plastic resin, recycled consumer resin, repurposed fiber, and non-woven materials
• APICS and/or ISM certification or achieving and maintaining that certification within 2 years of entering the department, CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
• ERP/MRP systems
  • Application of materials management software programs
  • Broad technical view and understanding of the furniture manufacturing process and overall business including methods that will enhance or improve the speed, quality and cost effectiveness or related production processes
  • Document management system
• Perform well in a fast-paced work environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and supply chain mapping
• Effectively communication between departments, plants and suppliers on issues that will have an impact

Who Are We?

At Ashley, we're more than a business...we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a "Growth Mindset", and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

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We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.