Global Commodity Manager

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement

In short

Emerson is hiring a Global Commodity Manager in Austin, Texas, to lead their Semiconductor portfolio. This role involves developing global commodity strategies, managing supply shortages, and leading negotiations to ensure supply continuity and mitigate risks. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in procurement and a strong background in semiconductor commodities.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute global semiconductor commodity strategies balancing growth, cost, supply continuity, and risk mitigation.
Lead supplier escalation activities for shortages, allocations, capacity constraints, and business continuity issues.
Partner with suppliers to secure capacity, improve lead times, influence allocations, and mitigate disruptions.
Drive cross-functional shortage management with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement Engineering, Manufacturing, and R&D.
Establish and maintain executive-level supplier relationships.
Monitor semiconductor market intelligence, technology roadmaps, capacity trends, and supplier risk factors.
Lead sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier management for commercial outcomes and TCO improvements.
Identify and execute opportunities for cost, productivity, operational efficiency, and sustainability.
Develop and implement supply risk mitigation plans (alternate sourcing, lifecycle management, inventory, resilience).
Present supply risk assessments, commodity strategies, and market intelligence to senior leadership.
Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and responsiveness.
Mentor procurement team members and foster cross-functional collaboration.
Champion Emerson and NI values, culture, and leadership principles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, procurement, or supply chain management in a multinational organization.
Demonstrated experience leading complex negotiations, supplier escalations, shortage management, allocation management, and business continuity initiatives.
Proven track record influencing outcomes during challenging supply environments and managing complex supplier relationships.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills with experience driving commercial outcomes in constrained markets.
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions without direct authority.
Strong analytical capabilities to interpret market intelligence, supplier performance metrics, and risk indicators.
Excellent communication and leadership skills with experience presenting to senior leaders and executive stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational execution in a dynamic environment.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Desired Qualifications

Experience managing semiconductor commodities, electronics categories, or highly technical direct materials.

Benefits

Market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
Family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition programs
Work-life balance
Flexible time off plans (inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave)

Skills

NegotiationContract ManagementSupply Chain ManagementProcurementStrategic SourcingRisk ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementMarket IntelligenceData Analysis

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