Strategy Commodity Manager

ADB Safegate; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ADB SAFEGATE in Columbus, USA, is seeking a Strategic Commodity Manager to develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned products and categories. You will manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiate complex agreements, and identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities while mitigating supply-chain risks.

Working with global teams, you will drive operational excellence and long-term value across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• University degree in business, engineering, or comparable field.
• 10+ years in strategic procurement, global category management preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and execute procurement strategies with cost savings.
• Experience in supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Independent, structured, results-oriented with initiative.
• Willingness to travel 25–40% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative, competitive procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and negotiate complex agreements.
• Identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities; mitigate supply-chain risks.
• Coordinate with R&D, Operations, Business Line and Quality to meet internal requirements.
• Provide regular performance reports and strategic initiatives to management.
• Support product development and resourcing strategies locally and globally.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field

Job description

Strategic Commodity Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Location: USA - Columbus

ADB SAFEGATE’s functional teams are integral to powering innovation and ensuring operational excellence across the organization.

The Opportunity

As a Strategic Commodity Manager, you will develop and implement innovative, competitive procurement strategies aligned with ADB Safegate’ business objectives.

You will manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiate complex agreements, identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities, and mitigate supply-chain risks.

Working closely with global cross-functional teams, you will help drive operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable long-term value across the supply chain.

All activities will fully support product development and resourcing strategies both locally and globally.

You will make an impact by….

• Developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned products/commodities. Responsible for category performance in terms of quality, delivery and cost.


• Managing supplier relationships and assists in building effective partnerships. Build and maintain long-term, collaborative relationships with key suppliers at the global or regional level.


• Executing the entire sourcing process starting with supplier assessment through RFQ, quote analysis, negotiation, supplier selection/approval, sample order, parts approval and production


• Measuring supply chain risk with regular supplier evaluations on performance. Identify and assess supply-chain risks and develop and implement measures to mitigate and manage those risks


• Working closely with various departments, such as Research and Development, Operations, Business Line and Quality, to coordinate procurement strategies and meet internal requirements.


• Identifying potential trends & issues within the supply chain and recommends appropriate, cost-effective solutions


• Reporting and analysis: Prepare regular performance reports and analyses and present results and strategic initiatives to management.

The talent we want to inspire has..

• A university degree in business, engineering, or a comparable field.


• +10 years of professional experience in strategic procurement, ideally in global category management at an internationally operating company.


• A proven track record in developing and implementing procurement strategies and achieving cost savings.


• Experience in supplier management and negotiating contracts.


• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to understand and structure complex issues.


• Strong communication and presentation skills, as well as excellent negotiation abilities.


• An independent, structured, and results-oriented approach to work.


• A high level of initiative and personal responsibility.


• Strategic thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset.


• Travel requirement: 25-40% both domestic and international; Must be willing to work non-standard work hours as needed/required

What's on offer

We value you and your contribution in the business. Recognizing and rewarding the impact you make is important to us.

• In return we offer a competitive salary/ benefits


• The opportunity to develop your career. We love to upskill and promote our staff; there's nothing better than to see someone gain a strong sense of pride and accomplishment.


• A great flexible working culture with company values and behaviours that help shape your development and lead to success for you and the Company.


• An international environment with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues in different countries around the globe.
  

ADB SAFEGATE is an equal opportunity employer. ADB SAFEGATE does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of characteristics protected by law, including but not limited to, race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation in completing this application or during the interview, please contact our Human Resources Department.

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