Senior Commodity Manager
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement · Purchasing
In short
As a Senior Commodity Manager in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, you will be the expert in strategic sourcing for raw materials and commodities like copper, aluminum, and steel. This hybrid role involves developing global supplier networks, managing market risks, and driving cost optimization and sustainability initiatives. You will mentor colleagues and lead complex negotiations to shape Emerson's long-term commodity roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year sourcing strategies for metals and raw materials, including market analysis and risk evaluation.
- Build and manage strategic global supplier networks across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
- Develop cost models, pricing structures, and hedging approaches to manage cost and supply security.
- Drive complex supplier negotiations, framework agreements, and performance management.
- Support Engineering and cross-functional teams with RFQs and early supplier involvement in NPD.
- Provide commodity forecasts, market intelligence, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders.
- Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments.
- Own the business case and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) validation for sourcing decisions.
- Translate cost-saving and supply network strategy into actionable category roadmaps.
- Serve as a senior subject-matter expert and mentor for commodity management practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field, with 12 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or commodity/category management (or 8 years with a Master's degree).
- Strong background in raw materials procurement, especially copper, aluminum, steel, and other metals.
- Understanding of global commodity markets and trading platforms (LME, COMEX, SHFE).
- Experience with indexation, hedging, cost models, and pricing strategies.
- Ability to analyze technical data, supplier capabilities, and financial models.
- Experience with supplier negotiations, contracting, and performance management in an international environment.
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently on complex sourcing issues with minimal supervision.
- Experience mentoring, coaching, or guiding less experienced colleagues.
- Strong communication skills, strategic mindset, and ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
- Availability to travel approximately 30% for supplier visits and development.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience developing global supplier networks for primary and secondary metals, including recycling streams.
- Exposure to global tenders, new market exploration, and cost-optimization programs.
- Knowledge of integrating sustainability into procurement strategies (CO₂ reduction, responsible sourcing, recyclability, transparency).
- Familiarity with ESG, REACH, RoHS, LkSG, and other compliance frameworks.
- Experience supporting NPD through early supplier involvement and design-for-manufacturability input.
- Ability to standardize processes, drive synergies, and support global procurement initiatives.
Benefits
- Prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
- Foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
- Commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture.
- Support through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities.
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact.
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Company
Emerson
Job Posted
2 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
Hybrid
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Qualification
Bachelor, Master
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