.Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!Job DescriptionThis role is a part of the Global Direct Strategic Sourcing Organization within our Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) business function. You will have the opportunity to lead and drive the overall strategy for sourcing and procurement across a given set of commodities. You will also work with cross-functional teams including Quality, Business Unit Teams, Materials, and Logistics. With guidance from the Sourcing Manager, you will develop the sourcing strategy for the assigned commodities and suppliers, using input from the sourcing team and key global/regional stakeholders within the business units. The sourcing strategy will drive the continuous improvement of Rockwell's Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the assigned commodities.Responsibilities:Develop the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities.Develop and refine the sourcing strategy (with guidance from the Strategic Sourcing Managers and Director) using input from the sourcing team and key global/regional business leaders within the business units.The sourcing strategy will drive the continuous improvement of Rockwell's Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the assigned commodities.Once a sourcing strategy has been developed, the Commodity Manager will communicate, monitor, and aggressively manage business unit compliance with the strategy.Must be successful at managing and influencing a cross-functional team.The Commodity Manager will act as a catalyst for change to achieve business goals as well as addressing barriers to change.On an ongoing basis, the Commodity Manager will remain current on supply market trends, supplier economics, and best practice sourcing.Responsible for Global Supplier Management. On an ongoing basis, the Commodity Manager will monitor and evaluate supplier performance (quality, delivery, service levels) of all suppliers.Conduct regular strategic business reviews with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement of the supply base.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical discipline.Advanced English level.+5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement or sourcing.Basic knowledge of commodities
