Global Commodity Strategist

Copeland LP; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland LP is seeking a Commodity Manager to develop and lead global sourcing strategies for Direct Materials, supporting cost containment, regionalization, and on-time delivery. The role requires cross-functional communication and a focus on quality performance across multiple regions.

You will negotiate supplier agreements, conduct RFQs/e-auctions, and collaborate with Supplier Quality to improve performance while driving working capital improvements and regional capacity planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related functions.
• 1–3 years of experience in commodity management or sourcing specific categories.
• Strong project management capability with a track record of timely execution.
• Ability to evaluate processes and recommend improvements.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that enhance supply assurance and flexibility.
• Lead cost containment and inflation forecasting for current and future years.
• Establish goals to improve working capital, including optimized payment terms, reduced inventory, and shorter lead times.
• Build capacity plans and regionalization roadmaps for all components within the commodity.
• Negotiate and execute supplier agreements that support commercial and operational objectives.
• Conduct electronic sourcing events (RFQs, e-auctions).
• Partner with Supplier Quality to improve supplier performance, including PPM reduction and corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively across the organization—leading meetings, presenting strategy, and demonstrating professionalism and strong core competencies.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Data analysis

Project management

Process improvement

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Word

Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Copeland LP is seeking a Commodity Manager to develop and lead global sourcing strategies for Direct Materials, supporting cost containment, regionalization, and on-time delivery. The role requires cross-functional communication and a focus on quality performance across multiple regions.

You will negotiate supplier agreements, conduct RFQs/e-auctions, and collaborate with Supplier Quality to improve performance while driving working capital improvements and regional capacity planning.