Associate Manager, Indirect Commodity

Overview:

The Associate Manager, Indirect Commodity plays a key role in shaping how Shure sources the goods and services that keep our business moving.

In this role, you’ll own indirect commodity categories from strategy through execution, partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to bring smart, aligned sourcing strategies to life. If you enjoy building supplier relationships, driving value, and balancing operational, technical, and financial priorities, this role puts you right at the center of it all.

This role is hybrid or remote based out of our Niles, IL location.

Responsibilities:

• Leads commodity strategy development, including establishing approved supplier lists, maintaining capability matrices, and adapting sourcing strategies based on business, market, and economic conditions.
• Leads and co‑leads supplier negotiations, including pricing discussions, terms and conditions, speculative buys, and cost‑avoidance initiatives.
• Manages supplier relationships through business reviews, performance monitoring (quality, delivery, contract compliance), technology roadmap alignment, and coordination of supplier presentations.
• Conducts comprehensive market, spend, and category analyses to identify cost‑reduction opportunities, assess market drivers, evaluate pricing trends, and support negotiation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate processes, technologies, and cost structures to ensure best‑cost solutions.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills across pricing, terms, and supplier performance.
• Ability to work on complex issues requiring sound judgment, evaluation of variable factors, and selection of appropriate methods and techniques.
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify and implement improved practices within project teams.
• Strong interpersonal, problem‑solving, and project‑management skills.
• High standards of integrity, strong self‑motivation, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with MS Office; advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Ability to travel 5-10% globally, or as the need arises.
• Broad experience applying professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues creatively and effectively.
• Strong domain‑specific knowledge with demonstrated progression in both technical expertise and interpersonal effectiveness.

 

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

 

WHO WE ARE

Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

 

Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

 

Join Shure and Amplify Your Impact. Explore our unique culture and learn the key pillars that define our legacy of excellence.

THE MIX MATTERS
Don’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!

PAY TRANSPARENCY
Shure offers a competitive compensation structure that is reviewed annually to attract, hire, and retain the industry’s top talent. Base salaries vary based on qualifications, geography, experience, and expertise in each respective discipline. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the opportunity. The base salary for this position ranges from $97,800 to $166,300, with a midpoint target. This position may also be eligible for our incentive pay program, which varies based on individual and Company performance in the year. If your salary expectations do not align, still apply as we are often flexible on the seniority of posted positions. All positions also include an award-winning benefits package.

 

WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits
At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our Associates. We offer competitive rewards packages to full-time and part-time Associates working 24 or more hours a week that address physical, mental, financial, and overall well-being. Our benefits include comprehensive healthcare, mental health and retirement savings plans, generous paid time off programs, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, and volunteering/community involvement opportunities. To learn more, check out our Benefits At A Glance .

 

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