- Location
- Suzhou, China
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Commodity Manager – Precision Cast & Machined Components
Position Objective/DUTIES:
The Commodity Manager will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for precision casting and machining commodities across Copeland’s Asia, and support global operations. This role is pivotal in driving cost optimization, supplier innovation, and risk mitigation while ensuring alignment with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams. Also to support Suzhou & Rayong plants of daily operation, to ensure stable supply chain.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Sourcing & Commodity Management
- Execute global sourcing strategies for precision casting and machining.
- Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking for sourcing low volume, high mix components.
Supplier Development & Performance
- Identify and onboard high-performing suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (quality, delivery, cost, innovation).
- Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Advanced Manufacturing technology, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to align sourcing strategies with product development and operational needs.
- Support new product introductions (NPIs) with sourcing expertise.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Assess and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Ensure compliance with global trade regulations and corporate policies.
Technology & Innovation
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies in casting and machining.
- Promote supplier-led innovation and advanced manufacturing capabilities.
Support Suzhou & Rayong plants of daily operation
- Supplier capacity review, support on urgent demand, improve supplier OTD.
- Handling supplier quality problem with SQE and plant quality team.
Required EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in supplier development, strategic sourcing, or commodity management in a manufacturing environment.
- Deep understanding of precision casting and machining processes.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Experience working in a global procurement organization.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and sourcing tools, experience with online bidding & RFQ
- Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Preferred EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
- Master’s degree in engineering, MBA, or Supply Chain.
- Experience in center-led procurement models.
- Familiarity with should-cost modeling, design-to-cost, and value engineering.
- Certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or Lean Six Sigma.
- Experience with digital procurement tools and data analytics platforms.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Up to 50% of travel is required to visit suppliers, manufacturing sites, or attend industry events.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
