Strategic Commodity Manager - Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Emerson; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead an assigned category, drive sourcing strategies, and optimize supplier relationships to support business goals.

You will build expertise in your commodity, collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams on new product introductions, and manage RFQ/RFP processes with guidance from senior members. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, commodity management, category management, supply chain, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Experience with mechanical components in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Exposure to supplier negotiations, RFQ processes, or contract management
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel or similar tools
• Effective communicator with the ability to work cross‑functionally
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of commodity-specific sourcing strategies, including cost reduction initiatives, cost containment plans, and supply base optimization for your assigned category.
• Build working knowledge of your assigned commodity — including market trends, key cost drivers, and supplier landscape — and apply that knowledge to day‑to‑day sourcing decisions.
• Manage supplier relationships within your commodity, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and ongoing communication with internal stakeholders.
• Lead or support RFQ/RFP processes, analyze quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements with suppliers under guidance from senior team members.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support new product introductions and apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles with suppliers.
• Participate in and contribute to commodity team projects, taking ownership of assigned action items and meeting deadlines.
• Track and report on key supplier metrics including quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Effective communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Emerson in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead an assigned category, drive sourcing strategies, and optimize supplier relationships to support business goals.

You will build expertise in your commodity, collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams on new product introductions, and manage RFQ/RFP processes with guidance from senior members. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and cost optimization.