Commodity Manager

Waters Corporation; New York, New Castle (NY, PA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Commodity Manager to lead procurement strategies for specialized materials. This hybrid role involves collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will bring strong negotiation and analytical skills, with a focus on continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and is committed to transforming health and well-being through innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Mindestens fünf Jahre Erfahrung in einem High-Tech-Fertigungsumfeld.
• Kenntnisse in der Analyse und Interpretation von Finanzkennzahlen.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung und Umsetzung von Beschaffungsstrategien für Rohstoffe.
• Verhandlung und Abschluss von Verträgen mit Lieferanten.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Wissen über MRP und SAP

Kenntnisse in der Fertigung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss in Supply Chain Management

Ingenieurwissenschaften oder verwandtes Feld

Tools

SAP

MRP

Lean Manufacturing

Kanban

Job description

Commodity Manager

Req. # 22270

Job Family PP - Purchasing/Procurement

Location US-MA-Milford | US-DE-New Castle

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Commodity Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and executing Category/procurement strategies for commodities and specialized materials in support of a worldwide life sciences manufacturer.

This position manages supplier relationships and internal stakeholders as part of the sourcing team. Responsibilities include developing, socializing, and executing commodity strategies, leading supplier selection, negotiating and executing purchase contracts, and monitoring compliance and global processes. The Commodity Manager will collaborate with site technical experts to introduce new Waters products with high quality at the lowest landed cost, ensuring capacity, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement. This is a hybrid role with three days on-site.

Responsibilities

1. Create, socialize, and execute category strategies, develop the supply base to improve performance (cost, quality, delivery), and ensure capacity to support business demand.
2. Work closely with site Buyers on compliance with systems, tools, and supply chain processes.
3. Manage supplier relationships, cost reduction opportunities, and ensure production and capacity requirements.
4. Identify VAVE opportunities with suppliers.
5. Negotiate with suppliers and stakeholders; resolve problems and disputes; develop win/win solutions.
6. Assess risks and opportunities in global sourcing, including tariffs and exchange rates.
7. Develop relationships within the Supply Chain Management organization through mentoring and training.
8. Utilize analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and automation opportunities.
9. Lead complex contract negotiations.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, or related field.
2. Familiarity with MRP, SAP, JIT, lean manufacturing, and kanban.
3. Knowledge of manufacturing and operations.
4. Strong negotiation skills.
5. Understanding of key financial metrics.
6. Ability to interpret blueprints.
7. Experience in manufacturing within regulated environments.
8. Excellent communication skills.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
10. Minimum five years of experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) is a leading specialty measurement company with over 60 years of innovation in chromatography, mass spectrometry, and thermal analysis. With approximately 8,000 employees worldwide, Waters operates in 35 countries, including 15 manufacturing facilities, and its products are available in over 100 countries. We focus on creating business advantages for laboratory-dependent organizations to advance healthcare, environmental management, food safety, and water quality.

At Waters, we empower our employees to unlock their potential. Our global team is driven by purpose, committed to continuous learning and improvement, and dedicated to transforming human health and well-being. We value diversity and inclusion, actively promoting inclusive practices and increasing diversity across our organization. Waters is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.