Global Commodity Manager | Global Comodity Manager (f/m/d)

Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG

Erlangen, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Jul 21, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Global Commodity Manager, you will be responsible for defining and implementing global commodity and supplier segmentation strategies, particularly for Switchgear-related commodities like Insulators/GIS Bushings, Motors & Drives, and SF6 Gas. A significant part of your day will involve managing spend, coordinating cross-functional teams, and leading negotiations with a diverse set of international suppliers to achieve optimal conditions and savings. You will also manage supplier relationships, conduct performance evaluations, and proactively identify market risks to turn them into supply opportunities, all while maintaining strong international working relationships and contributing to the Business Unit's targets. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and strong negotiation skills to balance technical, commercial, and risk considerations for continued company growth.

Required Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering and/or Business Administration

Experience

  • Several years of experience in different procurement functions within an international environment
  • Operational procurement experience
  • Strategic procurement experience
  • Team leading experience
  • Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience in other functional areas (e.g., Engineering, Quality, Sales) is beneficial
  • Work experience within the Energy Sector (preferably Transmission Products)
  • Work experience within an international factory network environment

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified