Global Commodity Manager

Watts Water; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Watts is seeking a Global Commodity Manager in Massachusetts to lead sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and drive cost improvements across the global supply base.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Product Development to support launches and ongoing production, while ensuring quality, delivery and compliance standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or supply chain.
• 7+ years in supply chain operations with 5+ in manufacturing.
• Experience casting iron and valves; 2+ years as buyer/planner.
• Proven ability to achieve year-over-year savings.
• Lean/Six Sigma transformation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute cost reduction strategies aligned with company goals.
• Manage metrics such as Supplier Quality, Service, Cost, Safety, and Integrity.
• Subject matter expert for assigned commodities and related markets.
• Categorize suppliers as Grow, Maintain, or Rationalize; implement strategies.
• Create and manage a Sourcing Cost Reduction Program (PPV & VAVE) project funnel.
• Develop and maintain a supply chain roadmap; support transitions and improvements.
• Lead supplier negotiations and project implementation for commodities.
• Develop relationships with Engineering, Product Management and suppliers.
• Provide escalation support for site purchasing managers and improve supplier performance via global leverage.
• Maintain a Supplier Risk Management Program focusing on capacity, quality, delivery.

Skills

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Cross-functional

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Supply Chain degree

Job description

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position

The Global Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned commodities across our global supply base. This role will lead supplier selection, cost optimization, and risk mitigation efforts while ensuring quality, delivery, and compliance standards are met. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Product Development to support new product launches and ongoing production.

This position has no direct reports.

This position reports to the Director, Direct Sourcing. This role is hybrid and is based in No. Andover, MA.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute cost reduction strategies aligned with company goals
• Manage important metrics such as Supplier Quality, Service, Cost, Safety, and Integrity.
• Become the subject matter expert for assigned commodities and associated markets.
• Categorize suppliers as Grow, Maintain, or Rationalize, and implement appropriate strategies.
• Create and manage a Sourcing Cost Reduction Program (PPV & VAVE) project funnel.
• Develop and maintain a supply chain roadmap, supporting transitions and continuous improvements.
• Lead supplier negotiations and project implementation for assigned commodities.
• Develop relationships with our teams (Engineering, Product Management) and external suppliers.
• Provide escalation support for site purchasing managers and improve supplier performance through global leverage.
• Maintain a Supplier Risk Management Program, focusing on capacity, quality, and delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or Supply Chain.
• 7+ years of experience with 5+ years in supply chain operations (industrial/commercial), with expertise in cast iron and valves with 2+ years of experience in a buyer/planner role.
• Commodity experience establishing and implementing strategic plans to deliver world class sourcing of manufactured parts.
• Experience in delivering year-over-year savings in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a Lean/Six Sigma transformation.
• Willingness to travel 25% domestically and internationally as required

Preferred Qualifications

• International commodity sourcing experience in China, Mexico, and India is preferred.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment. You will be required to work in the office at the North Andover, MA location three days per week (Monday - Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday).

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Pay Range :

The expected salary range for this position is $123,000-$148,000 . Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this