Commodity Manager
Danaher Corporation
Summary
The Commodity Manager is responsible for independently managing assigned commodity categories to ensure supplier performance, cost optimization, and supply continuity. This role applies in-depth procurement and market knowledge to develop and execute sourcing strategies, solve complex cost and supply challenges, and support business objectives through cross-functional collaboration.
Job description
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Independently manage assigned commodities, including supplier performance, cost, and risk management
- Develop and execute sourcing and supplier strategies aligned with operational and business objectives
- Identify and deliver cost savings initiatives while monitoring market trends and key cost drivers
- Lead and support supplier negotiations and contractual agreements
- Act as a procurement resource for cross-functional partners and less-experienced colleagues
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or related operations roles
- Demonstrated experience managing suppliers and supporting sourcing or cost-reduction initiatives
- Experience leading or supporting supplier negotiations and commercial agreements
- Proficiency using data, KPIs, Excel, and ERP systems to support decision-making
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
- Ability to travel up to 10-20%, including occasional overnight domestic travel; international travel as needed.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Experience sourcing medical device components or assemblies.
- Experience applying Lean principles or structured problem-solving tools in a manufacturing environment
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or related operations roles
- Demonstrated experience managing suppliers and supporting sourcing or cost-reduction initiatives
- Experience leading or supporting supplier negotiations and commercial agreements
- Proficiency using data, KPIs, Excel, and ERP systems to support decision-making
- Ability to travel up to 10-20%, including occasional overnight domestic travel; international travel as needed
Benefits
- Health care program
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Bonus/incentive pay
Company overview
Danaher Corporation is a leading global science and technology innovator headquartered in Washington, D.C., specializing in biotechnology, life sciences, and diagnostics. Founded in 1984 by brothers Steven and Mitchell Rales, the company has evolved from its origins as a manufacturing conglomerate into a premier healthcare technology organization with approximately 63,000 employees worldwide. Danaher operates through three core divisions: biotechnology (28% of revenues), which develops products for therapeutic development; life sciences (31% of revenues), focused on disease identification, new therapies, and drug testing/manufacturing; and diagnostics (41% of revenues), providing instruments, consumables, and software for disease diagnosis. The company's portfolio includes renowned brands such as Beckman Coulter, Cytiva, Pall Corporation, Cepheid, Leica Microsystems, and Abcam, serving pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, healthcare providers, and research institutions globally. Danaher is distinguished by its Danaher Business System (DBS), a continuous improvement methodology that drives innovation and operational excellence. With 2024 revenues of $23.9 billion, the company ranks 180th on the Fortune 500 and plays a critical role in advancing scientific research, improving diagnostic capabilities, and accelerating the development of life-saving therapies.