Commodity Manager (Furniture)

The Commodity Manager is responsible for the sourcing and management of assigned commodities and suppliers. This role reports to VP, Strategic Procurement & Asia Sites.
- Five years or above furniture company experience especially office furniture and parts related
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the assigned commodities/product lines from cradle to grave
- Lead sourcing, RFQ/RFP activity, negotiation and problem-solving on assigned commodities
- Lead new/ resourcing product launch project and collaborate with engineer/quality team
- Provide supply market insights and intelligence
- Research and qualify new suppliers
- Supplier management including but not limit to negotiating supply agreement, compliance initiatives, supplier scorecard, etc
- Cost management to meet business goals and lowest total costs
- Microsoft applications, Office 365, Teams
- Generative AI tools, SAP is a plus.
- CPM, CPSM Certification is a plus
- Proficient verbal & written capability in English and local language
- Proven Leader capable of working with suppliers and personnel in remote locations.
- Travel to suppliers from time to time especially when doing supplier assessments and see samples/ products is needed