Commodity Manager – MRO

Prysmian; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives based on performance

Health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Paid time off & holidays

Life & disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking an experienced MRO Commodity Manager in Highland Heights, KY. You will manage sourcing activities, oversee MRO service providers, and build strategic relationships to support global procurement initiatives.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in strategic sourcing or CAPEX procurement, plus SAP ERP proficiency and about 50% travel. Join a team focused on ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Requires a 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, or related fields.
• Proficient with ERP systems (SAP).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute MRO sourcing strategies to reduce costs and standardize processes.
• Lead supplier management activities, conduct performance reviews, track KPIs and drive improvements.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, service levels, inventory programs, and terms.
• Optimize MRO inventory in partnership with plant teams to improve working capital.
• Serve as the primary procurement partner for MRO, managing over $150M in annual spend.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Project management

Supplier relationship management

ERP (SAP)

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

LI-Onsite

Highland Heights, KY

Full time

R-36079

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

We believe great people deserve great rewards. That’s why Prysmian offers a total rewards package designed to support your financial, physical, and personal well‑being now and as your career grows.

• 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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Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation . By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation , a strong customer base , the company is well‑placed to capitalise on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian’s business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing resilient , high‑performing , sustainable and innovative cable solutions in the segments of Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions . Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.