Senior Commodity Manager - Capital

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!

Job Description

If you are an experienced Procurement or Supply Chain Professiona l, looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our US or Mexico locations, you will develop commodity strategies for Capital projects. This role includes managing category strategies across all Copeland locations globally, controlling costs and identifying new savings opportunities, ensuring supplier performance, as well as aligning procurement activities with the overall business objectives. Your duties and responsibilities will be completed under the general guidance of the Global Procurement Manager – Capital & Energy.

As a COMMODITY MANAGER - CAPITAL, You Will:

• Champion our company values and promote a strong safety culture.
• Develop and execute category strategies for capital and energy procurement, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder priorities.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives including e-sourcing, RFI, RFP, RFQ and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to support capital procurement, develop and execute spending strategies, identify cost-saving opportunities, and mitigate risks.
• Track and report on sourcing pipeline and savings initiatives.
• Manage, maintain and update supplier contracts and agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular business and performance reviews.
• Communicate effectively, lead meetings, make presentations, and maintain professionalism by using core competencies and company values.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and relevant legal, ethical and risk requirements.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experiences in lieu of the degree.
• 7+ years of experience in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations or related areas.
• Experience acquiring capital assets and developing OEM and Integration suppliers.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence others to achieve objectives.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that drive operational excellence.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, supplier relationship management and supply chain technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and professional presentation skills.
• Ability to travel to Copeland locations/suppliers domestically and globally occasionally.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Fluent in Spanish
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Capital Commodity Management.
• Experience sourcing and procuring energy in a deregulated environment.
• Technically proficient in reading architectural and mechanical drawings and writing detailed scopes of work.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking with strong problem-solving skills, capable of articulating data into executive-level summaries.

Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work

About Our Location

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the HVACR Americas business unit. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to commercial, industrial, and residential spaces. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location.

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: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, 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.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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.

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