Commodity Manager

SIEMENS ENERGY LIMITED; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Cycle-to-work

Pension scheme

Career development

Innovative projects

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Commodity Manager to own global sourcing strategies supporting manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Procurement and business management to ensure supply base competitiveness, quality, delivery and cost objectives.

Lead a cross-functional commodity circle and drive value engineering, supplier performance and strategic negotiations. The role includes supplier market analysis, spend analytics and lifecycle management, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Degree preferred in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related discipline.
• At least five years in supplier-facing purchasing, strategic sourcing or commodity management.
• Experience with technical commodities in manufacturing/industrial environment; metal forming knowledge a plus.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills; experience managing supplier contracts and terms.
• Excellent analytical skills: market research, spend analysis and TCO evaluation.
• Great communication and stakeholder management; ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global commodity and sourcing strategies with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze supplier markets, material availability and pricing trends to identify opportunities.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation and selection with Engineering and Quality.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships with regular engagement, site visits and reviews.
• Negotiate framework and pricing agreements; oversee contract lifecycle and terms.
• Conduct spend analysis and TCO assessments to identify savings and mitigate risks.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Supplier relationship management

Effective communication

Cross-functional influence

Strategic sourcing

Education

Engineering / Supply Chain / Business degree

Job description

As a Commodity Manager for Siemens Energy, you will take ownership of developing and implementing global sourcing strategies that support our manufacturing operations. You will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Procurement and business management to ensure a competitive, reliable and cost-effective supply base that meets our requirements for quality, delivery, capacity and technical capability. Your day will involve analysing supplier markets, identifying sourcing opportunities, negotiating commercial agreements and working with strategic suppliers to improve performance. You will lead a cross-functional commodity circle, bringing together colleagues from different areas of the business to align sourcing decisions with current requirements and longer-term objectives. You will also monitor market developments, manufacturing cost drivers and supply chain risks, adapting your strategy to maintain supply continuity and improve competitiveness. Through supplier visits, business reviews and performance reporting, you will build strong commercial relationships and demonstrate the value of your commodity strategy.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and implement global commodity and sourcing strategies, establishing a cross-functional commodity circle to align procurement decisions with business requirements for cost, quality, lead time and capacity.
• Analyse supplier markets, material availability, manufacturing cost drivers and pricing trends to identify competitive sourcing opportunities, including dual or multiple sourcing, regional suppliers and low-cost country options.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation and selection, working closely with Engineering and Quality to ensure technical requirements are met and to identify opportunities for value engineering, new technologies and continuous improvement.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships through regular engagement, site visits and quarterly business reviews, monitoring performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost, quality, delivery and contractual compliance.
• Negotiate and manage framework agreements, pricing agreements and commercial contracts, overseeing the contract lifecycle and securing competitive terms while supporting cost reduction and supply continuity.
• Conduct spend analysis and total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments to identify savings opportunities, evaluate supply chain risks and implement mitigation measures covering financial, operational and geopolitical disruptions., Our Gas Services division offers low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. We bring together gas turbines, steam turbines, generators and digital service solutions under one roof. Through modernization, digitalization and innovative service offerings, we support customers worldwide in improving reliability, efficiency and sustainability.

Within the procurement function, you will work with colleagues across Engineering, Quality and business management to develop sourcing strategies for machined parts. The team focuses on building competitive supplier relationships, securing reliable material supply and identifying opportunities to improve cost, quality and delivery performance across the manufacturing supply chain.

• A degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related technical or commercial discipline is preferred. Equivalent relevant professional experience will also be considered.
• At least five years of experience in supplier-facing purchasing, strategic sourcing, commodity management or technical roles, with the ability to independently manage complex sourcing activities.
• Experience working with technical commodities in a manufacturing or industrial environment, ideally involving machined components, with an understanding of relevant manufacturing processes. Knowledge of metal forming processes would be a distinct advantage.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills, including experience managing supplier contracts, pricing agreements, contractual terms and conditions and supplier performance.
• Good analytical skills, with experience in market research, spend analysis, cost evaluation, supplier risk assessment and identifying opportunities to improve total cost of ownership.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with Engineering, Quality, business management and suppliers. Experience coaching or reviewing the work of others would be beneficial.
  At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably.

The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideoOur Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fuelled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character, no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

• Access to a flexible benefits portal, including private medical cover and cycle-to-work schemes.
• A class-leading adjustable pension scheme.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities
• Opportunities to work on innovative projects that drive sustainability and efficiency.