Global Commodity Manager

Hitachi Global Air Power is seeking a Global Commodity Manager to support the development and execution of global spend strategies for direct spend commodities. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2-5 years of commodity management experience in a global industrial equipment manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of SAP and analytical tools. The role will require up to 35% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• Develop, align and implement commodity strategies that are innovative, cost-effective, and incorporate the growing complexities and challenges within the industry.
• Maintain effective links with global stakeholders within the brand verticals, manufacturing sites and core supplier contacts.
• Establish and manage relationships with key suppliers.
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers.
• Maintain an understanding of the commodity market conditions and trends and develop category strategies with the correct level of analytical rigor.
• Understand the impact of the business's strategy on the future requirements of the category areas.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance