A key leadership role in the Global Procurement team as the Head of Global Commodity Management. You will lead the Global Commodity organisation for direct and indirect commodities. You will set the strategic direction, secure savings, drive supplier innovation, strengthen ESG and ensure a resilient supply base. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to align strategies with operational and commercial needs. You will contribute to our digitalisation and continuous improvement roadmap.
Responsibilities
• Lead and develop the global commodity team
• Shape, set and own commodity strategies for direct and indirect categories
• Align business needs with commodity strategies
• Deliver saving initiatives, value creation, ensure cost stability
• Lead contracting strategy and framework agreements
• Manage supplier risk through qualification, performance reviews and mitigation plans
• Drive supplier innovation and technology roadmaps
• Improve supplier quality in cooperation with SQM and relevant stakeholders
• Report on strategy progress, market trends, supply chain risks and savings
• Support digital tools, eProcurement and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications & Experience
• Strong background in global category/commodity management
• Solid experience in international, multi-site organisations
• Strong leadership experience
• Proven skills in negotiation, supplier development and performance management
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management capability
• Continuous improvement mindset and interest in digitalisation/AI
• Strong communication skills in English, other languages are a plus
• University degree in business, engineering, law or similar. MCIPS or equivalent