Emerson · 5 days ago
Commodity Manager
400 Clark Street, Elyria, OH, 44035, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a Commodity Manager. The Commodity Manager will be responsible for developing and executing commodity and cost reduction strategies across multiple locations, while managing supplier relationships and driving cost efficiencies in the supply chain.
ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop 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
Build high‑efficiency, high‑quality domestic and global sources of supply for materials, products, and services, with a focus on supply base rationalization
Lead commodity spending using sophisticated data management systems, processes, and databases, with attention to risk, price, quality, delivery, supply chain efficiency, ROTC, and working capital
Manage cross‑functional project teams, including suppliers, to efficiently implement commodity strategies, cost‑saving initiatives, and transitions in supply
Maintain a strong understanding of essential commodity trends including industry drivers, global pricing, material lead times, and technical/manufacturing processes
Negotiate long‑term agreements that reflect best‑in‑class pricing, payment terms, quality, and delivery, and are compliant with established policies and procedures
Build and sustain long‑term supplier relationships that deliver competitive advantages such as total lowest cost, exceptional product quality, and outstanding service
Conduct root‑cause analyses on supplier delivery or quality issues and implement corrective actions through supplier improvement plans
Participate in New Product Development teams and Emerson commodity teams while contributing to consensus agreements
Support and conduct reverse auctions
Perform other duties as assigned
Travel up to 15% to support domestic initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Operations or another related discipline
3+ years of procurement experience in a high-paced, multi-location environment
Tech savvy, with emphasis on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, JDE/SAP/QlikView, Portal, Insight, IBEE, and Team Center
Comprehensive knowledge of selected commodities
Preferred
Knowledge of purchasing systems and principles including experience with low-cost country sourcing, auctions, VA/VE, and other leveraging tools
Castings and forgings experience
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Analytical skill set coupled with intellectual curiosity for root cause and countermeasures
Strategic thinking and ability to be forward looking, envision the potential and long-term goals
Benefits
Variety of medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave
Company
Emerson
Emerson is an technology & engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial and residential markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Lal Karsanbhai
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vidya Ramnath
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
2025-11-11
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