Global Commodity Manager

Watts Water Technologies; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Fitness reimbursements

Job summary

Watts Water Technologies is seeking a Global Commodity Manager for Tanks and Weldments to develop long-term global category strategies in data centre markets. The role supports engineering, operations, quality, and product management, with a focus on supplier development, cost competitiveness, and capacity expansion.

This position is remote. You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and performance metrics to achieve productivity targets while leveraging analytics and digital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 7+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience.
• Experience leading category strategies and supplier relationship programs.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and leadership skills.
• Experience with global sourcing and low-cost-country initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for valves and components for data centre markets.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Product Management on cost initiatives.
• Drive supplier performance, negotiations, and long-term partnerships.
• Deliver productivity targets via strategic sourcing and base-supply optimization.
• Leverage analytics and digital tools to improve sourcing decisions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Contract management

ERP systems proficiency

Data analysis

Cost optimization

Sourcing strategy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

MBA or Master's in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Spend analysis tools

Microsoft Office

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, Tanks and Weldments as part of the Mega Projects Sourcing team, will be responsible for the development and execution of long-term global category strategies in data centre and adjacent infrastructure markets in support of business growth and innovation, supplier development, capacity expansion, and cost competitiveness specifically for pressure vessel materials and components. This position reports to the Director of Sourcing, Mega Projects and Light Industrial. This role is remote.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for valves, valve systems, and components supporting the data centre and adjacent markets that support supplier risk management, productivity, capacity scaling, strategic and technological partnerships, and positive supplier relationships.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Product Management teams to support design-to-cost initiatives, early supplier engagement, new product development and design innovation, supplier qualification, and sourcing strategy execution.
• Drive supplier performance and continuous improvement through strategic supplier relationship management, commercial negotiations, performance metrics, and long-term partnership development.
• Deliver annual productivity targets through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, value engineering, and supply base optimization.
• Leverage spend analytics, market intelligence, supplier benchmarking, cost modelling, and digital procurement tools, including AI-enabled technologies, to improve sourcing effectiveness and decision quality.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency).
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business requires.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of strategic sourcing, commodity management, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Product Management functions
• Proven success delivering productivity improvements through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, value engineering, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Experience developing and implementing category strategies and supplier relationship management programs.
• Strong supplier negotiation, contract management, and commercial leadership skills.
• Experience supporting global sourcing and low-cost-country sourcing initiatives.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, spend analysis tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including [insert checks], and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience sourcing mechanical infrastructure components within data centres, mission-critical facilities, industrial infrastructure, HVAC, cooling systems, water distribution systems, or building automation markets.
• Demonstrated experience managing carbon and stainless steel plate, pressure vessel components, tank weldments, boiler tubes, and other applicable technologies.
• Experience supporting sourcing transformation, supplier consolidation, or organisational change initiatives.
• Experience managing suppliers across North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Collaborate globally across sourcing teams to leverage supplier capabilities, drive standardization, and accelerate supply base development for emerging business opportunities.
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), or other.

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.

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, organise 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 $125,000- $140,000 yearly. 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 position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
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How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.