Commodity Manager

Overview

Develops and executes strategic sourcing for valve components, managing cost, suppliers, risk.

Key Responsibilities

• supply roadmap
• cost reduction
• risk management
• supplier segmentation
• metric management
• supplier negotiations

Tasks

-Develop relationships with our teams (Engineering, Product Management) and external suppliers. -Provide escalation support for site purchasing managers and improve supplier performance through global leverage. -Develop and maintain a supply chain roadmap, supporting transitions and continuous improvements. -Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. -Categorize suppliers as Strategic, Grow, Maintain, or Rationalize, and implement appropriate strategies. -Develop and execute cost reduction strategies aligned with company goals -Maintain a Supplier Risk Management Program, focusing on capacity, quality, and delivery. -Create and manage a Sourcing Cost Reduction Program (PPV & VAVE) project funnel. -Manage important metrics such as Supplier Quality, Service, Cost, Safety, and Integrity. -Become the subject matter expert for assigned commodities and associated markets. -Lead supplier negotiations and project implementation for assigned commodities

Requirements

• six sigma
• engineering degree
• mba
• apics
• supply chain
• international sourcing

What You Bring

-Experience in delivering year-over-year savings in a manufacturing environment. -Ability to remain seated/standing at a desk or workstation for extended periods. -Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers. -cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action. -Willingness to travel 25% domestically and internationally, as required. -Experience in a Lean/Six Sigma transformation. -Punctuality and dependability. -Commodity experience establishing and implementing strategic plans to deliver world class sourcing of manufactured parts. -Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. -Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods. -Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. -Adherence to Watts’ seven -Ability to read documents and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with management, coworkers, and third parties. -Ability to physically move around the office and occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment. -Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering, or Supply Chain. MBA and/or APICS/ISM certifications preferred. -3+ years of experience in Global Supply Chain Operations (industrial/commercial), with experience in casting and machining and other categories of spend. -International commodity sourcing experience in China, Vietnam, Mexico and India is preferred. -Must have at least two years of experience in a buyer/planner role.

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Benefits

-Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience -Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave -Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs -10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off -Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement -Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

About Watts Water Technologies

-A global leader in providing safe water, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability solutions. -Specializes in innovative water control, flow, and safety devices, emphasizing reliability. -Serves residential, commercial, and industrial sectors across various regions. -Solutions are widely used in plumbing, heating, cooling, and industrial processes. -Involved in water management systems, energy-saving technologies, and water conservation solutions.

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