Lead Engineered Systems Commodity Manager (Remote)

Wabtec Corp.; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health and retirement benefits

Travel allowances

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation seeks a Lead Engineered Systems Commodity Manager to own the commodity strategy and supplier relations across a global footprint. You will lead sourcing efforts, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier risk while aligning with cost targets and delivery requirements.

The role involves collaboration with engineering, operations, and project sourcing teams, and may involve travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; OR
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in sourcing, procurement, program management, or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute commodity strategies for Engineered Systems to drive supplier performance and cost optimization.
• Lead RFQs, negotiations, and supplier selection activities for new and existing suppliers.
• Develop and manage supplier base, risk management, and contract framework including frame, off-cycle, and serial-life contracts.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost reduction opportunities; drive action plans to meet objectives.
• Support project sourcing and provide guidance to project buyers and sites.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize delivery and quality.

Skills

Sourcing & procurement

Program management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Mechanical engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Wabtec Corporation seeks a Lead Engineered Systems Commodity Manager to own the commodity strategy and supplier relations across a global footprint. You will lead sourcing efforts, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier risk while aligning with cost targets and delivery requirements.

The role involves collaboration with engineering, operations, and project sourcing teams, and may involve travel up to 25%.