Commodity Manager

Werfen North America; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Werfen North America in Bedford, MA is seeking a qualified professional to develop and execute supply management strategies for commodities. The ideal candidate will ensure product quality, timely shipments, and cost reductions.

This role involves negotiating with suppliers, overseeing buyer activities, and maintaining supplier audit campaigns. A BS degree in business or engineering, effective interpersonal skills, and knowledge of supply chain management are required. Join us at Werfen for a challenging and rewarding career!

Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of cost reduction.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Working knowledge of supply chain management strategies and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop supply strategies for each assigned commodity.
• Lead negotiations involving critical suppliers.
• Purchase materials in accordance with company established practices.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Education

BS degree in business or engineering

ISM (NAPM) certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Werfen is a growing, family‑owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Overview

Position Summary: Responsible for developing and executing supply and/or vendor management strategies for specific commodities, which ensure appropriate product quality and enhance the company's ability to ship on time while reducing total cost and lead‑time.

Responsibilities

• Develop supply strategies for each assigned commodity.
• Seek solutions to minimize routine purchase transactions.
• Play a key role in strategic cost management initiatives.
• Prepare analysis and plans for negotiations; lead negotiations involving critical suppliers.
• Develop contracts and supply agreements that protect the company from excess inventory, insufficient supply, unfavorable payment terms, hidden costs, and supplier non‑conformance.
• Have a thorough understanding of assigned commodities including manufacturing processes, applications, global supply status, price trends, cost drivers, and product migration paths.
• Identify potential disruption in the supply chain due to changes in a supplier’s business, including their strategic direction, operating results, technical capabilities, and overall performance.
• Continuously seek to reduce waste in every activity and supplier‑related process or transaction.
• Purchase and/or contract for materials and services in accordance with company established practices and policies to ensure honest, fair, and ethical relationships with vendors.
• Exercise the appropriate controls related to the legal aspects of purchasing.
• Oversee the activities of the buyers and senior buyers on the commodity team.
• Work with the Materials Manager and QA to maintain and implement an annual supplier audit campaign consistent with requirements for FDA and ISO 9000.

Budget Managed (if applicable)

N/A

Internal Networking / Key Relationships

To be determined based on department needs.

Skills & Capabilities

• Effective interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in business or engineering.
• ISM (NAPM) certification preferred.
• Demonstrated record of cost reduction.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain management strategies and concepts.

International Mobility

Required: no

Travel Requirements

None specified.

Closing

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team. www.werfen.com