Commodity Manager - MRO

Prysmian; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health coverage (medical

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m

Paid maternity and bonding leave

Generous paid time off & holidays

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking an MRO Commodity Manager for Highland Heights, KY. This role focuses on developing MRO category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating favorable pricing and contracts.

You will drive cost reductions, standardization, and supplier performance across global procurement initiatives. You will manage over $150M in annual spend and partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver savings and support manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, Operations Management or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, project management, engineering procurement, or CAPEX procurement.
• Proficient with ERP systems (SAP).
• Ability to travel approximately 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute MRO category strategies, lead strategic supplier relationships, and negotiate pricing agreements and rebates.
• Develop and execute MRO sourcing strategies to reduce costs, drive standardization, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support regional and global procurement initiatives.
• Lead supplier management efforts with performance reviews, KPIs, continuous improvement, and issue resolution.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms including pricing, service levels, inventory programs, payment terms, warranties, and compliance.
• Optimize MRO inventory and working capital by partnering with plant teams to improve spare parts strategies and reduce obsolescence.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Project management

Engineering procurement

CAPEX procurement

SAP ERP

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Why Build Your Career with Prysmian?

Prysmian helps power and connect the world. When you join Prysmian, you become part of a global team whose work touches millions of lives every day. You’ll help support the energy and digital infrastructure that keeps communities, businesses, and industries moving forward.

MRO Commodity Manager

Location: Highland Heights, KY

Employment Type: Full Time | On-site

Why Build Your Career with Prysmian? Your work at Prysmian helps power and connect the world. When you join Prysmian, you become part of a global team whose work touches millions of lives every day. You’ll help support the energy and digital infrastructure that keeps communities, businesses, and industries moving forward.

For more than 140 years, Prysmian has helped shape the infrastructure that powers progress. From helping illuminate the Statue of Liberty in 1886 and delivering power from Hoover Dam to Los Angeles in 1935, to supporting New York City's rebuilding efforts after September 11, our cables and connectivity solutions have played a role in some of history's most significant milestones.

Today, our impact continues. Prysmian products help power world class venues like Paycor Stadium, SoFi Stadium, and Lambeau Field. We’re contributing to the infrastructure supporting the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, helping ensure communities, businesses, and industries stay connected to what matters most.

As an MRO Commodity Manager, you will manage sourcing activities, MRO service providers, and build strategic relationships throughout the company.

What You’ll Bring

Experience and Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, Operations Management or a related field.
• You bring 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, project management, engineering procurement, or CAPEX procurement.
• You are proficient with ERP systems (SAP).
• You can travel approximately 50% of the time.

What You’ll Do

In this role you'll develop MRO category strategies, lead strategic supplier relationships, and negotiate pricing agreement and rebates.

• Develop and execute MRO sourcing strategies: You will reduce costs, drive standardization, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support regional and global procurement initiatives.
• Lead supplier management efforts: You’ll conduct performance reviews, track KPIs, drive continuous improvement, and resolve supply, quality, and commercial issues.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements: You will negotiate pricing, service levels, inventory programs, payment terms, warranties, and other key business terms while ensuring policy compliance.
• Optimize MRO inventory and operational performance: You’ll partner with plant teams to improve spare parts strategies, reduce obsolete inventory, and enhance working capital.
• Serve as the primary procurement partner for MRO activities: You will manage over $150M in annual spend, support critical purchase orders, deliver savings targets, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across manufacturing operations.

You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, build strong partnerships, and grow your career in a business that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Total Rewards Designed for You

• Competitive salary that recognizes your skills, experience, and contributions
• Performance-based incentives that reward your results and impact (where applicable)
• Comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plan options to fit your needs
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a competitive company match to help you invest in your future
• Paid maternity and bonding leave, plus adoption assistance to support you and your growing family
• Generous paid time off and company holidays so you can rest, recharge, and spend time on what matters most
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness programs and supplemental insurance options to support your overall health and well-being

At Prysmian, you’ll be supported at work, at home, and throughout every stage of your career.

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