Innovation Manager
Pubblicato il 15-10-2026 - W Talent in Italia
Commodity Manager - Direct Procurement
Location: Veneto Region Salary: €70,000 + Benefits
We are recruiting a Global Commodity Manager to support and develop direct material commodity strategies for a global manufacturing business operating across multiple production sites.
This is a strategic procurement role within a complex, matrix organisation. What is important is experience within direct procurement in a manufacturing environment , strong commercial capability, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across different functions and locations.
This could be an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer, Commodity Manager or Category Manager looking to take the next step into a broader global procurement role.
Support the development and execution of global commodity strategies for direct materials and production-related components
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities , including market analysis, RFx, negotiation, contracting and supplier performance management
Develop and manage relationships with strategic and key suppliers , ensuring quality,
cost competitiveness and continuity of supply
Drive cost reduction and value creation initiatives using benchmarking, market analysis and total cost of ownership approaches
Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain teams on demand planning, design changes and product lifecycle management
Support supplier consolidation, dual-sourcing and supply chain risk mitigation strategies
Monitor supplier performance and support corrective action plans where required
Work closely with regional and site procurement teams to ensure alignment between global strategy and local execution
Ensure sourcing strategies align with sustainability, compliance and ethical sourcing standards
We are looking for a commercially minded procurement professional who is ready to take on greater responsibility within a global manufacturing environment.
5+ years' procurement experience , with a focus on direct ma