Vacancy: Global Commodity Manager - Direct Procurement
Locations:Northern Italy or Barcelona area
Salary:€80,000 to €90,000 + Benefits
The Role
We are recruiting aGlobal Commodity Managerto leaddirect material commodity strategiesfor a global manufacturing business operating across multiple production sites.
This is agroup-level, strategic rolewithin 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 isnot critical.
Success in this role depends on proven experience managingdirect procurement commodities in manufacturing, navigating complex stakeholder environments, and driving alignment between global strategy and local execution.
Key Responsibilities
Define and executeglobal commodity strategiesfor direct materials and production-related components
Leadend-to-end sourcing activitiesincluding market analysis, RFx, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance management
Own relationships withstrategic and critical global suppliers, ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and continuity of supply
Drivecost reduction and value creation initiativesusing should-cost, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership approaches
Partner closely withengineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teamson demand planning, design changes, and product lifecycle management
Lead supplier consolidation, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation strategies
Establish and manageglobal 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 retainingglobal commodity ownership
Ensure sourcing strategies align withsustainability, 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 ondirect materials procurement in manufacturing
Proven experience in aGlobal Commodity Manager or senior Category Managerrole
Experience managingcomplex direct material commodities(components, assemblies, raw materials, or similar)
Track record of operating effectively inmultinational, 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 aglobal manufacturing organisation
Opportunity to shape and matureglobal direct procurement strategies
International exposure and collaboration
Travel reimbursement and wellbeing benefits