Commodity Manager - Indirect & Logistics

Job Overview

The Commodity Manager for Indirect & Logistics is accountable for driving the development and execution of category strategies and strategic sourcing plans for indirect and logistics spend in the region, managing budgets between $20 million to $40 million. Operating mainly out of the Americas with a regional focus, this role collaborates across global procurement teams to harmonize practices and optimize global sourcing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support interdisciplinary category teams to establish and uphold strategies covering indirect categories including ocean, air, and parcel transportation.
• Develop long-term category planning and implement ongoing enhancements for spend categories under management.
• Create and execute sourcing, negotiation, and contracting tactics aligned with global indirect procurement category goals.
• Utilize historical spend analytics, market intelligence, and cost modeling to identify valuable opportunities enhancing operational efficiency, innovation, and risk management.
• Implement total landed cost or total cost of ownership models in accordance with stakeholder alignment.
• Achieve measurable improvements in cost, cash flow, quality, and risk in indirect spend categories.
• Work collaboratively in a matrix environment supporting global indirect procurement colleagues.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to facilitate strategic and financial value delivery.
• Manage procurement processes and contracts specifically for indirect commodities.
• Oversee preferred supplier programs to ensure optimal business continuity, performance, and competitive pricing.
• Own assigned indirect categories with a strong partnership approach to enhance overall business performance and reduce customer friction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related disciplines.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or logistics operations preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CLTD, CSCP, PMP, or equivalents are an advantage.
• Experience with sourcing, negotiating, and contracting capital expenditure, indirect, and transportation services is highly desirable.
• Background in leading logistics cost reduction or continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.

Additional Information

• Physical Requirements: No special physical demands.
• Work Environment: Primarily office and manufacturing settings without special environmental demands.
• Travel Requirement: Approximately 10% travel expected.
• Work Authorization: Employment is limited to individuals legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; candidates requiring sponsorship now or in future are not eligible.
• Equal Opportunity: The employer values equal opportunity, non-discrimination, and promotes inclusivity across all employment facets.