Commodity Manager

Emerson; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson, based in Elyria, OH, is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead commodity strategies across locations, partnering with internal teams and suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and delivery. You will manage supplier selection, negotiations, and performance analytics to improve supply chain outcomes.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations, and driving supplier performance improvements in a global context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations or related field.
• Strong background in procurement, sourcing, supply chain within multi-site/global environment.
• Experience with purchasing systems and sourcing tools (e.g., JDE, SAP, VA/VE, auctions).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sourcing or commodity strategies.
• Experience analyzing data, market trends, and supplier performance to guide decisions.
• Strong project management and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Familiarity with procurement analytics/ERP tools.
• Ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive commodity and supplier strategies to support long-term objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement cost optimization initiatives, including VA/VE.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop diverse supplier sources domestically and globally.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract development for balanced outcomes.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks to inform decisions.
• Guide supplier performance management and continuous improvement plans.
• Manage commodity data, spend analytics, and performance metrics.
• Support new product development with engineering and operations teams.
• Facilitate sourcing events such as bids and reverse auctions where appropriate.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience.

Skills

Procurement experience

Sourcing experience

Cost optimization

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations

Tools

JDE

SAP

QlikView

Portal

Insight

IBEE

TeamCenter

Job description

Job Description

If you are a Supply Chain professional looking to make an impact in critical industries while advancing your career within a collaborative team, Emerson has an opportunity for you! Based in our Elyria, OH office, as the Commodity Manager you will lead the development and execution of commodity strategies across multiple locations, working collaboratively with internal teams and suppliers to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and supply chain performance.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop and execute comprehensive commodity and supplier strategies that support long-term business objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement cost optimization initiatives, including value analysis and value engineering approaches.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop diverse and high-performing sources of supply across domestic and global markets.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract development to achieve balanced outcomes in cost, quality, and service.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks to inform data-driven decision-making.
• Guide supplier performance management, including continuous improvement plans and relationship development.
• Manage commodity data, spend analytics, and performance metrics to improve visibility and outcomes.
• Support new product development initiatives by collaborating with engineering, operations, and supply chain stakeholders.
• Facilitate sourcing events such as competitive bidding and reverse auctions where appropriate.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that strengthen supply chain resilience and efficiency.

Who You Are:

I am self-motivated, a problem solver, and a solution provider. Enjoy & excel at building customer relationships. Plan, organize, & manage my work & time well. Collaborate & communicate effectively both internally and externally across multiple teams.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations or another related discipline.
• Strong background in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or a related field within a multi-site or global environment
• Tech savvy, with emphasis on Word, Excel, PowerPoint, JDE/SAP/QlikView, Portal, Insight, IBEE, or Team Center.
• Knowledge of purchasing systems and principles including experience with low-cost country sourcing, auctions, VA/VE, and other leveraging tools.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sourcing or commodity strategies
• Experience analyzing data, market trends, and supplier performance to guide decisions
• Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives
• Familiarity with digital tools and systems used for procurement, analytics, or enterprise resource planning
• Ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships effectively
• Periodic overnight travel of 10%-20% will be required
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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 flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, 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.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

About Us

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let's go!