JOB SUMMARY: We are looking for a Director Commodities with the skills to reduce initial spend and achieve ongoing year-over-year productivity improvements in “in scope” non-labor spend categories while marinating or improving product quality and vendor service levels. The ideal Director Commodities candidate will possess strong analytical skills, strong knowledge of assigned commodities, and materials management principles and practices.  The candidate must be comfortable with conflict and willing to challenge conventional thinking, and have strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to develop and grow relationships and influence. WHAT IS EXPECTED (Essential Functions): -    Communicate