Commodity Manager

Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce; Emerson (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee resource groups

Recognition programs

Flexible time off plans

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holiday leave

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead contract establishment and ensure efficient supply of commodities. You will manage relationships with a broad supplier base and drive performance across safety, delivery, lead time, and quality in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and adherence to trade compliance, with reporting to the Sr. Commodity Manager and interaction across the Fisher Flow Controls Organization.

Qualifications

• Four year technical or business degree + 2 years of experience in supply chain management OR 4 years of relevant experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
• Ability to collaboratively work across departments and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships within supply base to ensure performance metrics are met.
• Aim for safety, on-time delivery, lead time and quality.
• Adhere to company rules, export/import and supply chain security regulations.
• Optimize costs using strategic sourcing while meeting engineering and product specs.
• Negotiate price, delivery and terms, ensuring contract availability.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Cross-department collaboration

Presentation skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business field

APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM/CSCP) a plus

Job description

If you are a supply chain professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. As the Commodity Manager you will be responsible for establishing contracts and ensuring the efficient supply of commodities or commodity groups. You will have full responsibility for their commodities and will report into the Sr. Commodity Manager. The position will interact with numerous suppliers and functions within the Fisher Flow Controls Organization. We look forward to seeing your application!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Establish relationships within supply base to ensure performance metrics are being met to Emerson’s goals
• Performance metrics could include safety, on time delivery, lead time, and quality.
• Work systematically and expertly in a well-documented manner in accordance with the company rules and procedures including adherence to trade compliance (export / import and supply chain security) regulations entirely.
• Optimize costs through effective use of tools and strategic sourcing processes while meeting engineering, quality, and product management specifications and requirements.
• Negotiate price, delivery, payment terms, stocking programs and other terms related to supply in compliance with Emerson standard terms and conditions with suppliers. Ensure contract availability and validity.

You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You build a plan and outline for various audiences. You anticipate customer needs and provide services that are beyond customer expectations. You use turning points to diligently supervise and manage the progress of the work.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Four year technical or business degree + 2 years of experience in supply chain management OR 4 years of relevant experience
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
• Ability to optimally apply interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships through cross-departmental collaboration
• Must have a passion for supply chain management and prioritize meeting customer needs.
• Understand how to identify root causes of issues and resolve situation with support from peers or manager.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Fosters a collaborative and supportive team environment by actively mentoring and guiding team members, promoting continuous learning, and encouraging professional development opportunities.
• Possess strong negotiating and conflict management skills and ability to sustain networking relationships
• Possess strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management, leadership skills, and managing priorities effectively
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) a plus

Our Offer To You

• a variety of medical insurance plans
• with dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• tuition reimbursement
• employee resource groups
• recognition
• much more
• flexible time off plans
• paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
• vacation and holiday leave

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.