Global Commodity Strategist: Strategic Sourcing Lead

hitachi; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Global Air Power, based in Michigan City, Indiana, seeks a Global Commodity Manager to drive direct spend strategies, engage global stakeholders, and manage supplier relationships. The role requires travel up to 35% domestically and internationally to supplier meetings and tradeshow events.

The position reports to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and focuses on cost, quality, and value creation. The candidate will need product and market knowledge of multiple commodities and deep

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or other relevant degree program. Advanced degree preferred.
• 2–5 years commodity management experience in a global industrial equipment company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commodity strategies that are innovative, cost‑effective, and aligned with global spend priorities.
• Maintain relationships with global stakeholders, manufacturing sites and core suppliers across countries and cultures.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and drive cost reductions.
• Monitor commodity market conditions and develop category strategies with analytical rigor.
• Support supplier business reviews and performance metrics for cost, risk and quality.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

SAP knowledge

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Global commodity management

Education

BS in Engineering or Supply Chain, Business Admin

Tools

SAP

Reverse auctions

Job description

Hitachi Global Air Power, based in Michigan City, Indiana, seeks a Global Commodity Manager to drive direct spend strategies, engage global stakeholders, and manage supplier relationships. The role requires travel up to 35% domestically and internationally to supplier meetings and tradeshow events.

The position reports to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and focuses on cost, quality, and value creation. The candidate will need product and market knowledge of multiple commodities and deep