Global Commodities Project Manager

Trimble Inc. • Dayton, OH

9d • $67,700 - $93,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Trimble is seeking a Global Commodities Project Manager to optimize global supply chains, reduce costs, ensure continuity of supply, and build supplier relationships. The role combines strategic global commodity management and data analytics to develop and implement sourcing strategies for hardware products and strengthen manufacturing resilience. The position is based in Westminster, Colorado, or Dayton, Ohio, and requires working in the office four days per week, with 15% travel.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in purchasing, direct procurement, and commodity management across the product lifecycle.
• Advanced expertise with Excel, Google Sheets, SmartSheets, and ERP systems such as Oracle or Agile.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing, supply agreements, long-term agreements, and statements of work.
• Exceptional communication and team-building skills, including experience presenting to multinational cross-functional groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BSEE/BSME) or business with technical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as an internal super-user for analytics systems such as Cognos or DOMO.
• Experience managing complex electronic or mechanical manufacturing commodities in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic supplier cost-reduction initiatives to meet quarterly targets and present financial results to executive management.
• Manage cross-functional projects to resource or dual-source critical direct-material components, reducing production risk and optimizing total cost.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering and Program teams during new product introductions to implement global sourcing strategies.
• Use advanced reporting tools to evaluate supplier forecasting, material float, and buffer-stock agreements.
• Build relationships with global suppliers and conduct executive performance reviews and scorecard cadences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Time-off plans and retirement plans.
• Tax-savings plans for health, dependent care, and commuter expenses (offered by most businesses).
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level