Emerson · 5 hours ago
Global Commodity Manager
8027 Forsyth Boulevard, St Louis, MO, 63105, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, and they are seeking a Global Commodity Manager to build strategies for addressing customer needs within the Semiconductors commodity. This role involves overseeing commodity management, supplier relationship management, and developing strategies to enhance supply chain resiliency.
ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead Emerson’s global Semiconductor spend and oversee full lifecycle commodity management
Build and strengthen collaborative supplier relationships by establishing improvement plans, integrating technology roadmaps, and aligning on manufacturing, inventory, and capacity needs
Develop and implement commodity strategies that support growth, enhance supply chain resiliency, and reduce risk across global operations
Communicate and align these strategies across business units to ensure visibility, consistency, and support worldwide
Stay current on the sourcing industry by engaging with Emerson business units, preferred suppliers, EMS providers, trade organizations, and market data
Negotiate sourcing and pricing strategies; lead contract negotiations and develop commercial agreements
Understand engineering, quality, marketing, procurement, and manufacturing requirements to ensure alignment with supplier capabilities
Evaluate and select suppliers to strengthen the Preferred Supplier Network and build productive executive‑level relationships where needed
Prepare and lead strategic and executive supplier business reviews
Ensure accuracy of commodity data incorporated into business unit inflation models
Lead and participate in supplier transitions, consolidation initiatives, and performance improvement projects
Improve supplier performance through lead‑time optimization, asset management strategies, and delivery performance improvements
Develop annual spend forecasts, conduct cost analysis, benchmark suppliers, and identify savings opportunities
Support business units with high-priority escalations and issues involving preferred suppliers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering (Electrical preferred)
Minimum 5 years of proven experience in Commodity Sourcing or related functions in manufacturing or related industry
Strong understanding of the semiconductor or broader commodity market
Demonstrated analytical, communication, presentation, and leadership capabilities
Ability to work effectively across multiple levels of the organization and within diverse teams
Ability to travel regionally and internationally (up to 25%) across the US, Asia, and Europe
Flexibility to collaborate across global time zones
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard business tools
Preferred
Experience in electronics or semiconductor commodity management
MBA or equivalent advanced education
Experience working in a large, matrixed global organization
Background leading complex, large-scale negotiations
Experience creating or presenting high-impact executive-level presentations
Benefits
Medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
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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