Commodity Manager

What you will do

A dynamic and global market leader Clarios is one of the largest suppliers of energy storage solutions and powers one in every three cars worldwide. From Low Voltage Lithium-ION to AGM we have the broadest most efficient and innovative energy storage portfolio to meet our customers varied challenges in bringing new vehicles to market. We consider every stage of a batterys life taking a whole lifecycle approach from materials selection to design through production. Sustainability and responsible battery management are at the heart of everything we do.

Teamwork. Accountability. Play to Win. Challenge the status quo. These are words we live by. And we need you on our team. Come join us!

We are seeking a seasoned Commodity Manager to join our global procurement team on a full-time basis. This management-level role is designed for a professional with deep expertise in polymers resins and recycled materials. You will be responsible for the long-term strategic direction of the category driving sourcing excellence supplier relationship management and sustained cost optimization across our manufacturing sites and global supplier network.

How you will do it

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
• Market Intelligence: Monitor global market trends price indices and cost drivers specifically within the polymers and resins sector to inform procurement strategies.
• Category Strategy: Create and redefine long-term procurement strategies that mitigate supply chain risk and maximize value for the organization.
• Strategic Sourcing: Lead high-stakes negotiations with resin and polymer manufacturers to secure optimal pricing favorable terms and long-term supply assurance.
• Agreement Development: Structure and finalize robust supplier agreements in close collaboration with leadership legal and finance teams.

Stakeholder & Supply Chain Integration

• External Liaison: Act as the primary interface between Clarios and our network of poly recyclers compounders and third-party suppliers.
• Internal Collaboration: Partner directly with Clarios manufacturing sites to ensure seamless supply chain integration and operational alignment.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead initiatives with engineering sales and quality teams to successfully introduce new materials into the product portfolio.
• Material Optimization: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to adjust or substitute materials in existing products to improve performance or cost.

Performance Data & Analytics

• Supplier Performance Management: Support suppliers in meeting rigorous performance targets focusing specifically on quality standards and on-time delivery.
• KPI Development: Design and implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement across the supply base.
• Reporting & Dashboards: Develop and maintain advanced dashboards to track real-time supplier performance savings and compliance metrics.
• Financial Analytics: Provide data-driven insights to track sustained cost-saving initiatives and verify total landed cost reductions.

Cost Management & Compliance

• Cost Savings Initiatives: Proactively identify and unlock new cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and process improvements.
• Landed Cost Reduction: Execute strategies aimed at reducing the total landed cost of materials throughout the end-to-end supply chain.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities and contracts adhere to company policies audit controls and international regulatory requirements.
• Records Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation to always ensure audit readiness.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelors degree in supply chain business engineering or a related field.
• 5 years of procurement experience with a specific focus on commodity management

• Track Record: Proven success in contract negotiation complex supplier management and significant cost-savings delivery.
• High proficiency in procurement analytics (Excel ERP systems e-sourcing platforms).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and work effectively with global diverse teams.

Preferred

• Direct experience with poly recyclers compounders and resin manufacturing operations.
• A background in the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and responsible sourcing within the polymers sector.

What you get:

• Medical dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement perks and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off flexible spending short-and long-term disability basic life insurance business travel insurance and Employee Assistance Program

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the worlds most recognizable car battery brands powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford General Motors Toyota Honda and Nissan. With 18000 employees worldwide we develop manufacture and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering recycling and reusing up to 99% of battery materialssetting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios were not just making batteries; were shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate push boundaries and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarioswhere your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership adaptability and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit ingenuity and passionwhere you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience area of expertise and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability diversity and equal opportunity please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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