Commodity Manager

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers – amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility – our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive and sustainable, With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers – amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility – our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, who are looking for a place to make an impact. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

You will be a part of the Global Direct Strategic Sourcing Organization within our Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) department. You will lead and guide the strategy for procurement across a given set of commodities. You will also work with teams including Quality, Team Teams, Materials, and Logistics. With guidance from the Sourcing Manager, you will develop the sourcing strategy for the assigned commodities and suppliers, using input from the sourcing team and main global/regional team members within the departments. The sourcing strategy will guide the continuous improvement of Rockwell's Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the assigned commodities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities.
• Develop and refine the sourcing strategy (with guidance from the Strategic Sourcing Managers and Director) using input from the sourcing team and main global/regional business leaders within the teams.
• The sourcing strategy will improve the continuous improvement of Rockwell's Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the assigned commodities.
• Once a sourcing strategy has been developed, the Commodity Manager will communicate, and manage your department compliance with the strategy.
• Must be successful at managing and influencing a team.
• The Commodity Manager will be a catalyst for change to achieve our goals and addressing barriers to change.
• On an ongoing basis, the Commodity Manager will remain current on supply market trends, supplier economics, and best practice sourcing.
• Responsible for Global Supplier Management. On an ongoing basis, the Commodity Manager will monitor and evaluate supplier performance (quality, delivery, service levels) of all suppliers.
• Conduct regular strategic reviews with suppliers and team members to ensure continuous improvement of the supply base.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced English level.
• +5 years of experience in purchasing, procurment or sourcing.
• Basic knowledge of commodities.
• Manage projects requiring identification of goals, resources and approaches.
• SAP knowledgeand experience.
• You have limited travel to other Rockwell Automation locations to support assigned department segment (20% Domestic & International).

At Rockwell Automation, we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we are dedicated to encouraging a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. Our goal is to build a team that celebrates differences and promotes equality, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.