Vacancy: Global Commodity Manager - Direct Procurement
Locations:
Northern Italy or Barcelona area
Salary:
€80,000 to €90,000 + Benefits
The Role
We are recruiting a
Global Commodity Manager
to lead
direct material commodity strategies
for a global manufacturing business operating across multiple production sites.
This is a
group-level, strategic role
within a complex, matrix organisation. You will be accountable for defining and executing global commodity strategies, managing critical supplier relationships, and delivering cost, performance, and supply continuity improvements across the network.
The specific commodity or sector background is
not critical
. Success in this role depends on proven experience managing
direct procurement commodities in manufacturing
, navigating complex stakeholder environments, and driving alignment between global strategy and local execution.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute
global commodity strategies
for direct materials and production-related components
Lead
end-to-end sourcing activities
including market analysis, RFx, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance management
Own relationships with
strategic and critical global suppliers
, ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and continuity of supply
Drive
cost reduction and value creation initiatives
using should-cost, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership approaches
Partner closely with
engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams
on demand planning, design changes, and product lifecycle management
Lead supplier consolidation, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation strategies
Establish and manage
global framework agreements
, preferred supplier lists, KPIs, and SLAs
Monitor supplier performance and lead corrective action plans where required
Support and guide regional and site procurement teams while retaining
global commodity ownership
Ensure sourcing strategies align with
sustainability, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards
Contribute to budget planning, forecasting, and long-term commodity roadmaps
About You
10 years' procurement experience
, with a strong focus on
direct materials procurement in manufacturing
Proven experience in a
Global Commodity Manager or senior Category Manager
role
Experience managing
complex direct material commodities
(components, assemblies, raw materials, or similar)
Track record of operating effectively in
multinational, matrix organisations
Strong commercial, analytical, and negotiation skills
Confident influencing senior stakeholders across technical and operational functions
Structured, data-driven, and pragmatic approach
What We Offer
€80,000 to €90,000 + Benefits
A senior, visible role within a
global manufacturing organisation
Opportunity to shape and mature
global direct procurement strategies
International exposure and collaboration
Travel reimbursement and wellbeing benefits