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A Brief Summary of This Position:
The Global Commodity Senior Manager leads aspects of the Global Supply Management process for Capital Expenditures (CapEx). This position works to identify and drive productivity throughout the CapEx category. This position networks with Valmont facilities and cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Quality, Project Management), jointly building a strong project funnel to support Valmont production. The role spearheads sourcing activities on existing and future construction products, as well as all production/facility equipment. This position also works to review the existing supply base and will evaluate suppliers from a GME (Grow, Maintain, Exit) perspective. The Global Commodity Senior Manager – CapEx works to improve payment terms with our suppliers and reduce Valmont exposure through robust service/material agreements.
The Global Commodity Senior Manager works with divisional manufacturing management teams to identify and initiate sourcing projects that will achieve cost reduction and deliver competitive advantages through the global sourcing process. Working with production control, engineering, quality control and manufacturing to source parts, equipment, and construction services. The incumbent is also responsible for keeping informed of all significant changes to the design and sourcing processes and for coordinating activities with the Global Sourcing team.
Essential Functions:
· This position reports to Director, Global Indirect, and has no direct reports or indirect reports
· Requires 50% travel both internationally and domestically, including overnight stays
· Manages CapEx projects – equipment and construction
· Develop and implement long-term strategies for suppliers, equipment, and equipment maintenance
· Manage supplier relationships to meet Valmont requirements for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and other business terms
· Negotiates with suppliers to establish competitive contracts and beneficial agreements
· Responsible for overall management of VA/VE and strategic sourcing projects ensuring they are completed on schedule and within budget
· Monitors indexed portions of Indirect material spend and makes recommendations to Management regarding hedges, lock, forward purchases, etc.
· Perform detailed supply market analysis – commodities, industries, and suppliers related to Valmont Indirect/CapEx procurement
· Monthly score card and project reporting. Annual strategic plan reporting
· Owns the Material Council process and reporting cadence
· Reinforce the company’s continuous improvement culture that promotes communication, shared learning, intelligent risk-taking, creative problem solving and accountability for failures and successes
· Lead and direct value engineering and cross-functional team activities
· Supports and leads supply optimization efforts to include consolidation, dual sourcing, rationalization, etc.
· Supports supplier scorecard efforts and interacts with assigned suppliers to improve upon and build relations and performance
· Supports supplier lean development activities
· Special projects and other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate:
· Preferred Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience or Associate’s Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience or 11+ years of relevant experience
· Progressive experience in commodity management/supply chain management, operations, and/or engineering
· Indirect manufacturing, tooling design, product design and application experience
· Indirect Commodity Management experience with high dollar spend
· Experience in managing commodities that are directly tied to material indexes
· Proven track record of supplier development, management, and sustained productivity
· Strong analytic and negotiating skills
· Strong financial acumen
· Self-starter, ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Ability to develop and recommend material and process alternatives and work collaboratively with Engineering and Project Management teams
· Project management skills to:
o Develop realistic plans, action steps, and timetables for projects and assignments
o Consistently meet deadlines
o Coordinate work with other groups
o Handle multiple demands and competing priorities
· Be able to develop and execute initiatives
· Be able to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external, and establish credibility with business partners
· Excellent communication and presentation skills
· Experience with Agency certifications (UL, CSA, NSF, etc.)
· Proficient in Microsoft Office - advanced Excel skills
· Able to communicate effectively in the English language. Expertise in Chinese, Spanish or other languages is a plus.
· Previous International sourcing/negotiation experience
· Greenfield and Brownfield project knowledge
· Strong understanding of critical spares and maintenance programs
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
· Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, transformation planning and implementation activities (Six Sigma, 5S, Toyota model, etc.).
· Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or CPME
· CPM or APICS certification or on-the-job training
· Expertise in Chinese, Spanish or other languages
· Strong communication and demonstrated leadership skills to inspire confidence and work successfully within cross-functional teams to drive continuous supplier business opportunities
· Experience in a manufacturing environment
· Experience in one of the following: Utilities, Construction, Facility Services, equipment build/commission
Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.
2026-03-31