Supply Chain Commodity Manager
Siemens Healthineers
Summary
Siemens Healthineers is looking for an experienced, results-driven Supply Chain Commodity Manager to lead warehouse and third-party logistics (3PL) work across our global businesses. You'll manage multiple commodities across different product lines and lead large, complex projects. You'll also drive cost savings and value-added services on a global scale. The right candidate brings strong supply chain expertise and advanced data analytics skills. They also know how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to make supply chain operations faster, more accurate, and more valuable. You'll work independently and with cross-functional teams to deliver results on time and efficiently.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse & 3PL Management
- Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and warehouse partners, including performance, governance, and contract compliance.
- Monitor and improve service levels, KPIs, and SLAs across warehouse and distribution networks.
- Lead 3PL sourcing, onboarding, transitions, and exits, and keep operations running without disruption.
Commodity & Product Line Management
- Manage multiple commodities across different Siemens Healthineers product lines and business units.
- Build and carry out commodity strategies that balance cost, quality, risk, and service.
- Work with internal stakeholders to align supply chain strategy with business goals.
Data Analytics & AI
- Use advanced data analytics to find trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities across the supply chain.
- Apply AI tools and automation to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, spend analysis, and decision-making.
- Build dashboards and reports with clear, data-backed insights for leadership.
Project Management
- Lead large-scale, cross-functional supply chain projects from start to finish, on time and within budget.
- Set project scope, timelines, milestones, and resource needs, and manage risks and dependencies.
- Give clear, regular status updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.
Cost Savings & Value Creation
- Identify and run cost savings initiatives across global operations.
- Develop value-added services and process improvements that strengthen service and customer outcomes.
- Track, validate, and report savings and business impact.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Work closely with Procurement, Finance, Legal, Quality, Operations, Customer Service, and IT.
- Work independently with little supervision, and lead or support cross-functional teams when needed.
- Influence stakeholders at all levels to drive decisions and get results.
Qualifications
Education Required: Bachelor's degree (BS) in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Preferred: Master's degree (MS, MBA, or equivalent) in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or Business.
Experience: [8+] years of progressive supply chain experience, including direct warehouse and 3PL management. Experience at several organizations, both inside and outside healthcare, bringing a broad cross-industry view. Proven success managing multiple commodities across different product lines. Track record of leading large, complex projects and delivering measurable cost savings at a global scale.
Skills & Competencies
- Data analytics: Strong skills with tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar.
- AI: Hands-on experience using AI tools and technologies in supply chain operations.
- Project management: Strong planning, organization, and execution skills. PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification is a plus.
- Results-driven: Delivers measurable outcomes with urgency and accountability.
- Communication: Presents complex data and recommendations clearly to executives.
- Independence & teamwork: Works well alone and as part of cross-functional, global teams.
- Systems: Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive supply chain experience
- Direct warehouse and 3PL management experience
- Experience at several organizations, both inside and outside healthcare
- Proven success managing multiple commodities across different product lines
- Track record of leading large, complex projects and delivering measurable cost savings at a global scale
- Strong data analytics skills with tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar
- Hands-on experience using AI tools and technologies in supply chain operations
- Strong planning, organization, and execution skills
- Results-driven with measurable outcomes and accountability
- Clear communication of complex data and recommendations to executives
- Ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional, global teams
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Paid parking
- Public transportation
- Paid time off
- Paid sick and safe time
Company overview
Siemens Healthineers is a German multinational medical technology company specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Siemens AG, the company has established itself as a global leader in healthcare technology with a comprehensive portfolio that addresses the complete care continuum for many of the world's most threatening diseases. With approximately 69,500 employees worldwide and operations in over 70 countries, Siemens Healthineers generates annual revenues exceeding €21 billion. The company's product offerings span across four main business segments: Imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems), Diagnostics (laboratory and point-of-care testing), Varian (cancer care and radiation therapy), and Advanced Therapies. Siemens Healthineers is particularly renowned for pioneering breakthroughs in medical imaging, having developed the world's first commercial PET/CT scanner and continuing to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital health solutions, and precision therapy. The company's commitment to research and development, with annual investments of approximately €1.5 billion, drives its mission to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.