Global Commodity Manager - Mega Projects

Watts Water Technologies; Andover (MA); Remote; USD 123,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical & dental coverage

Paid holidays & PTO

Educational reimbursement

Fitness reimbursements

Employee discounts

Job summary

Watts Water Technologies is seeking a Global Commodity Manager to lead long‑term category strategies in data center infrastructure. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Product Management to drive design‑to‑cost initiatives and strategic supplier alliances from a remote location near North Andover, MA.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in strategic sourcing, a strong track record in supplier negotiations, and experience with global sourcing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience.
• Proven ability to work across Operations, Engineering, QA, Finance, and Product Management.
• Experience delivering productivity improvements via sourcing, negotiations, value engineering and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for valves, systems and components for data centers.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Product Management on design‑to‑cost and supplier qualification.
• Drive supplier performance and cost leadership through SRM, negotiations and metrics.
• Deliver annual productivity targets via strategic sourcing and base optimization.
• Leverage analytics, market intelligence and digital tools to improve sourcing decisions, including AI-enabled tech.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier relationship management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MBA or Master's degree

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.

Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position

The Global Commodity Manager, as part of the Mega Projects Sourcing team, will be responsible for the development and execution of long‑term global category strategies in data center and adjacent infrastructure markets in support of business growth and innovation, supplier development, capacity expansion, and cost competitiveness. This position will report to the Director of Sourcing, Mega Projects and Light Industrial. This role is remote, but candidate will be ideally near North Andover, Massachusetts.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for valves, valve systems, and components supporting the data center 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 modeling, 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 centers, mission‑critical facilities, industrial infrastructure, HVAC, cooling systems, water distribution systems, or building automation markets.
• Demonstrated experience managing valve, piping, fluid handling, HVAC, cooling, or mechanical system categories.
• Experience supporting sourcing transformation, supplier consolidation, or organizational 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.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working remotely in an office environment. You may be required to occasionally travel to and work in the office at the North Andover location for meetings, trainings, or as otherwise required by Company management.

Physical Requirements

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to: 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 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.

Watts in it for you:

• 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

Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

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.

Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers some of the most varied product lines in the world, with world-class, water-related solutions focused on: Drainage and Water Reuse HVAC and Hot Water Plumbing and Flow Control Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting.

We are a $1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty‑four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages. As a people-first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here not only through words but through actions. This includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing our employees with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that they are heard, valued, and respected. We are proud to be an organization that believes that a safer world is a more sustainable world – a belief that we proudly reflect in each of our technologies and solutions and our environmental and social commitments, asuch as our partnership with Planet Water Foundation. Learn more about the Watts way, here.

Specialties

Plumbing, HVAC, Water Quality, and Gas

Headquarters

Americas & Corporate Headquarters: North Andover, Massachusetts, USA

Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) Headquarters: Shanghai, China

Company Size: About 5,000 employees

Website

http://www.watts.com/ http://www.wattsindustries.com/ http://www.wattsasia.com/

Industry

Machinery

Founded

1874