Commodity Manager

Emerson•Boulder, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a Commodity Manager professional in Boulder, Colorado. In this role, you will manage an assigned commodity category and help execute sourcing strategies that support business objectives, strengthen supplier partnerships, optimize costs, and ensure a reliable supply base. This position offers the opportunity to build procurement expertise, develop strategic sourcing and negotiation capabilities, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Requirements

5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, commodity management, category management, supply chain, or a related field
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Experience with mechanical components in an industrial manufacturing environment
Ability to travel up to 25%
Exposure to supplier negotiations, RFQ processes, or contract management
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel or similar tools
Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) a plus

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of commodity-specific sourcing strategies, including cost reduction initiatives, cost containment plans, and supply base optimization for your assigned category.
Build working knowledge of your assigned commodity — including market trends, key cost drivers, and supplier landscape — and apply that knowledge to day-to-day sourcing decisions.
Manage supplier relationships within your commodity, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and ongoing communication with internal stakeholders.
Lead or support RFQ/RFP processes, analyze quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements with suppliers under guidance from senior team members.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support new product introductions and apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles with suppliers.
Participate in and contribute to commodity team projects, taking ownership of assigned action items and meeting deadlines.
Track and report on key supplier metrics including quality, delivery, and cost performance.