Commodity Manager - Corporate Services

Copeland; Kennesaw (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland is seeking a Commodity Manager for Corporate Services to develop and execute commodity strategies across indirect corporate services globally. The role focuses on procurement engagement, sourcing, contracting, and onboarding, working with internal stakeholders and Legal to ensure clear goals, scope, and proposals.

In this hybrid in-office role, you’ll drive cost savings, supplier consolidation, and risk mitigation while partnering with internal teams to meet evolving procurement needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Marketing, HR or Finance.
• 3+ years of global procurement/supply chain experience.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, SRM and supply chain tech.
• Exceptional analytic and strategic thinking with data-driven insights.
• Strong verbal and written communication and professional presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion Copeland values and promote a strong safety culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support indirect procurement processes.
• Coordinate with suppliers, internal stakeholders and Legal to align goals, scope and proposals.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities, process improvements and supplier consolidation.
• Implement cost-savings initiatives and manage supplier contracts and onboarding.
• Conduct regular reviews with suppliers and internal teams; lead meetings and provide clear status updates.
• Train internal stakeholders on procurement standard work, SOPs and policies.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/HR/Finance

Job description

## Commodity Manager - Corporate ServicesApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Sidney, OH, USA: St. Louis, MO, USA: Kennesaw, GA, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR117181**About Us**We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!**Commodity Manager - Corporate Services**If you are an experienced **Procurement or Supply Chain Professional**, looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! You will develop commodity strategies for Indirect Corporate Services projects. This role includes managing category strategies across all Copeland locations globally, controlling costs and identifying new savings opportunities, ensuring supplier performance, as well as aligning procurement activities with the overall business objectives. Your duties and responsibilities will be completed under the general guidance of the Global Procurement Manager – Corporate Services. This is not a buyer position. Responsibilities are more in the procurement engagement, sourcing, contracting, and sourcing onboarding arena.**AS A COMMODITY MANAGER - CORPORATE SERVICES, YOU WILL:*** Champion our company values and promote a strong safety culture.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support indirect procurement processes.* Coordinate with suppliers, internal business stakeholders and Legal to ensure projects have clear goals, scope of work, and proposals.* Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and supplier consolidation.* Implement cost-savings initiatives across the business.* Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies in coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers.* Adhere to commitments of scope, time and cost to support all internal stakeholders while managing changes in project scope.* Partner with internal stakeholders to meet their indirect procurement needs, prioritizing process speed, cost efficiency, emerging technology, and value.* Develop and support e-sourcing, RFx, and negotiation sourcing strategies.* Manage, maintain and update supplier contracts and agreements.* Conduct regular reviews and meetings with suppliers, functional groups, and internal stakeholders.* Communicate effectively, lead meetings, make presentations, and maintain professionalism by using core competencies and company values.* Train internal stakeholders of Procurement standard work, operating procedures and policies to support their project requirements.**SCHEDULE:**This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:*** Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, or Finance or equivalent working experiences in lieu of the degree.* 3+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain management or related areas with a global scope.* Proven experience in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that drive operational excellence.* Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, supplier relationship management and supply chain technologies.* Exceptional analytic and strategic thinking skills with the ability to draw insights from data and articulate them into executive-level summaries.* Experience working in fast-paced environments while strategizing to fix complex issues.* Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence others to achieve objectives.* Problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity, assess risk, and drive strategy in a structured manner.* Strong verbal and written communication skills and professional presentation skills.* Ability to travel to Copeland locations/suppliers domestically and globally up to 10% of your time.#LI-Hybrid #LI-GR1**Our Commitment to Our People**Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!**Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging**At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.**Work Authorization**Copeland 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 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**Copeland 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.