Strategic Commodity Manager: Sourcing & Supplier Excellence

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead strategy and performance for assigned commodities within our sourcing organization.

You will be the primary interface between suppliers and engineering to align technical requirements with commercial strategy. You will develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, drive supplier negotiations, and manage contracts to optimize total cost of ownership while mitigating supply risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Commodity/Category Management, Sourcing within a Manufacturing Environment.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven ability to own a commodity/category and deliver results across cost, quality, and supply continuity.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering teams and external suppliers.
• Strong negotiation skills and expertise in cost analysis and market intelligence.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and translate technical requirements into sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end management of assigned commodities, including strategy development, supplier selection, and overall performance
• Serve as the primary liaison between engineering and suppliers, ensuring technical requirements are clearly understood, sourced effectively, and commercially optimized
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans based on market analysis, cost modeling, and long-term business needs
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage contracts to achieve best total cost of ownership and mitigate supply risk
• Execute the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process to drive competitive pricing and optimal supplier selection
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks to proactively guide sourcing decisions and influence design direction
• Drive supplier performance and accountability through metrics, continuous improvement initiatives, and strategic relationship development
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and finance to ensure alignment between sourcing strategies and business objectives

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Cost analysis

Supply chain analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Manager to lead strategy and performance for assigned commodities within our sourcing organization.

You will be the primary interface between suppliers and engineering to align technical requirements with commercial strategy. You will develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, drive supplier negotiations, and manage contracts to optimize total cost of ownership while mitigating supply risk.