Electronics Commodity Leader - Global Sourcing & Growth

City of Shakopee, MN; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson, a global leader in engineering and technology, is seeking a Senior Commodity Manager for electronic components. You will develop and execute commodity strategies to support growth, continuity, and cost competitiveness across worldwide manufacturing operations.

You will build strategic supplier partnerships, lead negotiations, and monitor market trends to mitigate supply risks. You will collaborate with Design Engineering, Supplier Quality, and cross‑functional teams to support new

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical understanding of electronic components and direct materials sourcing.
• Experience in supplier negotiations, supplier relationship management, and contract management.
• Experience developing commodity strategies and managing supply risks.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a global, cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/supply chain systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for electronic components across global operations.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with global suppliers for continuity and value.
• Lead supplier negotiations including pricing and long-term agreements.
• Monitor market trends and supply risks to mitigate disruptions.
• Drive supplier performance via KPI reviews and continuous improvement.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers and support transitions to production.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering and Quality for supplier development.
• Lead sourcing projects and ensure timely delivery of objectives.
• Drive cost optimization through value engineering and part standardization.
• Resolve critical supply issues by coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.
• Provide leadership to Commodity Engineers and Supplier Performance Engineers.
• Champion Emerson's values, safety standards, and compliance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering or related

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Emerson, a global leader in engineering and technology, is seeking a Senior Commodity Manager for electronic components. You will develop and execute commodity strategies to support growth, continuity, and cost competitiveness across worldwide manufacturing operations.

You will build strategic supplier partnerships, lead negotiations, and monitor market trends to mitigate supply risks. You will collaborate with Design Engineering, Supplier Quality, and cross‑functional teams to support new