Principal Commodity Manager

Emerson; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational technology company is seeking a Global Commodity Manager in Penang, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in strategic procurement and a strong background in sourcing. Responsibilities include developing global strategies for interconnects, managing supplier performance, and optimizing supply chain processes. This company values its employees, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in a strategic Procurement role within a multinational organization.
• Prior experience in managing specialized commodities is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Creating and implementing a global strategy for interconnects.
• Building trusted relationships with collaborators at all levels.
• Leading procurement negotiations and supplier management activities.
• Monitoring market trends and assessing potential risks.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Supplier Performance Management

Negotiation

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Our NI Emerson Procurement team is growing and we’re looking for a Global Commodity Manager based in Penang, Malaysia to support our portfolio of interconnects commodity which includes connectors and custom mechanical parts (cable assemblies). This person will have a passion for collaboration, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to finding cost‑saving solutions. The ideal candidate will have a background in sourcing, procurement, and supply chain and will be responsible for driving supplier performance, reducing total cost of ownership, and optimizing our supply chain process.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Creating and implementing a global strategy and collaboration model for interconnects which includes connectors and custom mechanical parts (cable assemblies).
• Building relationships on a global, regional, and local scale to become a trusted advisor with collaborators in order to ensure goals are aligned and achieved.
• Identifying areas of opportunity and completing activities to fulfil cost, process, efficiency, and sustainability goals.
• Leading procurement negotiations, source‑to‑contract and supplier management activities which generate best‑in‑class outcomes.
• Monitor market trends and assess potential risks and opportunities.
• Building excellent supplier relationships whereby procurement is seen as a key decision‑maker.
• Continuing to stay updated on industry, market, and business standard methodologies and new technologies.
• Evangelizing the NI culture, guiding principles & core values.

Who You Are:

The person who drives supplier performance, reducing total cost of ownership, and optimizing our supply chain process.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in a strategic Procurement role within a multinational organization; prior experience in managing the specialized commodities would be highly advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects with change management sensibilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with good global cultural awareness.
• Ability to influence, build relationships, and promote solutions without direct authority.
• Proven supplier performance management skills.
• Proven expertise in negotiating complex contracts in dynamic supply environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial analysis and decision‑making skills.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At 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 perspectives—because 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.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, 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.