Trinidad Benham

• Lead the strategic sourcing and procurement of aluminum to ensure reliable, cost‑effective supply aligned with production and business needs. • Develop and execute aluminum sourcing strategies considering market conditions, supply continuity, and commercial objectives. • Monitor aluminum market dynamics, pricing trends, and relevant commodity indices to support informed purchasing and risk decisions. • Manage supplier relationships, including supplier selection, performance management, issue resolution, and contract compliance. • Negotiate and administer aluminum supply agreements in partnership with internal stakeholders to achieve favorable commercial outcomes. • Identify and mitigate supply risks through proactive planning, supplier diversification, and escalation of potential disruptions. • Oversee aluminum inventory levels and collaborate with planning, operations, and finance teams to balance availability and working capital. • Act as the company’s credible, customer facing expert on aluminum and related market dynamics and respond to customer challenges and questions. • Support strategic customer conversations including pricing adjustments, annual locks, and volatile market conditions. • Develop market update newsletters published monthly for distribution. • Partner closely with Sales to strengthen pricing conversations, improve customer understanding and acceptance, and maintain trust during difficult market environments. • Ensure customers see us as disciplined, transparent, and knowledgeable, not reactive. • Support cross‑functional initiatives, including operational improvements and new projects, by providing aluminum sourcing expertise and cost input. • Analyze sourcing and supplier performance data and communicate insights, risks, and recommendations to leadership. • Other duties as assigned by management.