Commodity Manager MRO

Copeland • St. Louis, MO

9d

About The Position

About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! COMMODITY MANAGER – MRO If you are an experienced Procurement or Supply Chain Professional, looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Copeland locations in the US and Mexico, you will drive sourcing for Copeland’s MRO categories. This role includes driving category strategies across all Copeland locations globally, optimizing total cost of ownership, securing supply continuity, identifying new savings opportunities, managing supplier performance, and driving procurement excellence across global site.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experiences in lieu of the degree
• 4+ years of work experience in procurement.
• Ability to work effectively with various levels of the organization as well as external vendors to effectively manage scope of work and ensure alignment with business needs
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity, assess risk, and drive forward progress in a structured manner
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and professional presentation skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and on a team
• Ability to travel domestically (5-10%)

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience
• Manufacturing procurement experience

Responsibilities

• Execute and develop category strategies for MRO categories ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder priorities.
• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives including RFPs, supplier negotiations, contracting, and implementation.
• Manage testing requirements and implementation steps of complex projects
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across our plants and operations leadership to align sourcing solutions with business needs.
• Identify cost savings, trade working capital improvements and value creation opportunities through supplier consolidation, demand management, and contract renegotiations.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including SLAs, KPIs, and regular business reviews: Lead supplier selection, onboarding, and performance management. Develop and monitor KPIs such as OTIF, quality performance, lead-time adherence, and cost savings. Manage supplier business reviews and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and relevant legal, ethical, and risk requirements.
• Track and report on savings initiatives, contract coverage, and sourcing pipeline activity.

Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more.
• We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees