Strategic Commodity Manager - Equipment

About the Role

Location
United States of America
North Carolina
Raleigh
Company
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Organization
Grid Technologies
Business Unit
Solutions
Full / Part time
Full-time
Experience Level
Experienced Professional

A Snapshot of Your Day 

Join us as a Strategic Commodity Manager for Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, where you will play a pivotal role in identifying, qualifying, and managing third-party companies that supply systems for Grid Technology Projects within our Siemens Energy business. Imagine developing medium- and long-term sourcing strategies, negotiating impactful contracts, and forging long-lasting partnerships with suppliers to support our energy projects. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure our procurement strategies align with project objectives, making a significant impact on our mission.

 


How You’ll Make an Impact 

  • Build a robust global supply chain, driving cost competitiveness and resilience across projects while staying updated on market trends and identifying emerging suppliers that add value to Siemens Energy.
  • Establish and nurture long-term strategic relationships with suppliers, ensuring performance standards are met and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Lead the development and negotiation of contracts to secure and successfully execute projects, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Procurement, Engineering, Quality Management, and Project Management, to align procurement strategies with project and technical requirements.
  • Continuously monitor and evaluate supplier performance against contractual commitments and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing contingency plans for critical suppliers and leading development activities when necessary.
  • Implement risk mitigation strategies to address supply chain disruptions, price volatility, and supplier performance issues, ensuring compliance with Siemens Energy policies and industry standards.

 

 

What You Bring

  • A University Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years professional experience in Strategic Procurement or Commodity Management, ideally combined with Project Management or Engineering experience. Candidates with more experience may be considered for a higher level and vice versa. 
  • Proven expertise in advanced negotiation concepts and state-of-the-art commodity management practices.
  • Strong communication, intercultural, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build long-term strategic relationships with suppliers and manage cross-functional teams effectively.
  • A curiosity to drive the digital agenda within the commodity field and procurement function.
  • Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and on occasion internationally.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

 

 

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

 

 

 

Rewards/Benefits

  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive work culture and a healthy work- life balance 
  • Company paid Health and wellness benefits.
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays
  • Savings Fund
  • Family building benefits
  • Parental leave
  • Competitive base salary
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Competitive total rewards package 

 

 

 

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