Job Description
The Manager, Commodity is a mid-level management role responsible for leading commodity management strategy and execution to support cost competitiveness, supply continuity, quality, and risk mitigation. This role manages commodity professionals and/or supplier portfolios and serves as the strategic owner for assigned commodities across sourcing, contracting, and supplier performance. The Manager, Commodity has a direct impact on cost structure, supply assurance, and alignment between Procurement and broader business objectives.
Responsibilities and duties
Lead, coach, and develop Commodity Managers, Buyers, or Sourcing Specialists
Set performance expectations tied to cost, quality, delivery, and risk objectives
Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and development planning
Support hiring, onboarding, and capability development.
Develop and execute commodity strategies aligned with business and supply chain objectives
Analyze market trends, capacity, cost drivers, and supply risks
Define sourcing approaches, supplier segmentation, and make buy strategies
Drive competitive sourcing, negotiation, and contracting activities
Own strategic supplier relationships within assigned commodities
Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and innovation
Lead business reviews and corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers
Serve as escalation point for supplier issues or disputes
Drive cost reduction, cost avoidance, and value creation initiatives
Lead negotiations for pricing,



terms, and commercial agreements
Identify and mitigate supply, geopolitical, and market risks
Partner with Finance to ensure alignment with budgets and forecasts
Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams on design to cost and standardization
Partner with Operations, Quality, and Planning to ensure supply continuity
Support new product introductions and change management activities
Align procurement decisions with operational and customer requirements
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and controls
Standardize sourcing processes, tools, and documentation
Track KPIs related to cost, performance, and supply risk
Identify opportunities to improve sourcing efficiency and effectiveness
Education, Experience and Skills
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
5+ experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least two years in a managerial role
Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in procurement software and technology, including ERP systems
Understanding of relevant laws and regulations related to procurement
Certification in procurement or supply chain management is preferred

📌 Commodity Manager (Tamaulipas)
🏢 Nidec Motor
📍 Tamaulipas