Commodity Manager

divh2Commodity Manager / h2pThe Commodity Manager is responsible for the overall development and execution of commodity and cost reduction strategies for assigned commodities. This position has responsibility for multiple locations and commodities and utilizes tools such as reverse auctions, leveraging, VA / VE, and global sourcing to effectively drive cost out of the supply chain. This position will lead all aspects of and run assigned commodities. The successful candidate will control costs through the development of cost-effective, efficient, high-quality, lean initiatives and contracts. / ppstrongIn This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be : / strong / pulliDevelop and execute long?term supplier strategy deployment, supplier cost modeling, supplier opportunity assessments, supplier financial analysis, negotiations, long?term contracts, continuous supplier performance improvement, and supplier relationship development. / liliBuild high?efficiency, high?quality domestic and global sources of supply for materials, products, and services, with a focus on supply base rationalization. / liliLead commodity spending using sophisticated data management systems, processes, and databases, with attention to risk, price, quality, delivery, supply chain efficiency, ROTC, and working capital. / liliManage cross?functional project teams, including suppliers, to efficiently implement commodity strategies, cost?saving initiatives, and transitions in supply. / liliMaintain a strong understanding of essential commodity trends including industry drivers, global pricing, material lead times, and technical / manufacturing processes. / liliNegotiate long?term agreements that reflect best?in?class pricing, payment terms, quality, and delivery, and are compliant with established policies and procedures. / liliBuild and sustain long?term supplier relationships that deliver competitive advantages such as total lowest cost, exceptional product quality, and outstanding service. / liliConduct root?cause analyses on supplier delivery or quality issues and implement corrective actions through supplier improvement plans. / liliParticipate in New Product Development teams and Emerson commodity teams while contributing to consensus agreements. / liliSupport and conduct reverse auctions. / liliPerform other duties as assigned. / liliTravel up to 15% to support domestic initiatives. / li / ulpstrongWho You Are : / strong / ppYou have strong project management and team leadership skills with the ability to develop strong support for change with all levels of internal and external organizations. You are self-driven, results oriented, and motivated to work effectively without direct supervision. / ppstrongFor This Role, You Will Need : / strong / pulliBachelors degree in Supply Chain or Operations or another related discipline. / lili3+ years of procurement experience in a high-paced, multi-location environment. / liliTech savvy, with emphasis on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, JDE / SAP / QlikView, Portal, Insight, IBEE, and Team Center. / liliComprehensive knowledge of selected commodities. / li / ulpstrongPreferred Qualifications That Set You Apart : / strong / pulliKnowledge of purchasing systems and principles including experience with low-cost country sourcing, auctions, VA / VE, and other leveraging tools. / liliCastings and forgings experience. / liliAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. / liliAnalytical skill set coupled with intellectual curiosity for root cause and countermeasures. / liliStrategic thinking and ability to be forward looking, envision the potential and long-term goals. / li / ulpstrongOur Culture Commitment to You : / strong / ppAt Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. / ppWe recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. / ppOur compensation philosophy is simple : we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $66,700-$110,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. / p / div