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

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📌 Commodity Manager (Tamaulipas IV)
🏢 Nidec Motor
📍 Tamaulipas IV