Commodity Leader – Engineered Systems

Wabtec Corporation

. Define and execute Engineered Systems commodity strategies .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $104,800 - $149,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes, with strong financial and data analysis capabilities. Proven ability to lead supplier performance initiatives and optimize supply chain operations while managing multiple projects effectively.

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Strategic Sourcing ExperienceSupplier Performance ManagementFinancial Analysis SkillsProject ManagementSourcing Systems Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Commodity Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Market IntelligenceContract NegotiationCost Savings InitiativesPurchase-Order OptimizationRFQ ManagementBudget DevelopmentData AnalysisSupply-Chain OptimizationSupplier Selection

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailProject PrioritizationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMechanical Engineering Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Supplier RelationshipsCommercial AgreementsSupply-Base Risk ManagementProducer Price Index TrendsContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute Engineered Systems commodity strategies
Manage supplier performance, supplier relationships, commercial agreements, and supply-base risk
Develop supplier market intelligence and raw-material strategies
Build, qualify, develop, rationalize, and manage the supplier base
Lead supplier performance reviews and improvement initiatives
Develop annual commodity budgets and forecasts
Monitor producer price index trends and savings opportunities
Lead RFQs, proposal evaluations, negotiations, and supplier selection
Manage frame agreements, off-cycle contracts, and serial-life contracts
Optimize purchase-order payment terms and support payment-process automation
Support project buyers with approved supplier lists and sourcing guidance
Lead contracting activities for new suppliers
Participate in Project Sourcing Committee reviews and validate supplier selections
Drive sourcing competitiveness, re-sourcing, continuous improvement, cost savings, and supply-chain optimization
Resolve escalated supplier performance, quality, delivery, and commercial issues
Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, project sourcing, operations, and strategic suppliers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college OR a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in sourcing, procurement, program management, or supply chain
Minimum of five (5) years of strategic sourcing experience
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%
Mechanical engineering and/or similar technical degree preferred
Strong financial, quantitative, and data analysis capabilities
Familiarity with sourcing and procurement systems
Ability to communicate complex and straightforward concepts concisely and logically
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
Annual bonus, if eligible
Remote work option
Equal Opportunity Employer accommodations