As the Commodity Manager in Cluj-Napoca you will lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing strategies for metals and raw materials, with a strong focus on copper, aluminum, steel, and other key commodities. You will shape Emerson’s long‑term commodity roadmap, build global supplier networks, manage market and pricing risks, and drive sustainability and cost‑optimization initiatives across the supply chain. We look forward to seeing your application! **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Lead the development and execution of multi‑year sourcing strategies for metals and raw materials (copper, aluminum, steel, nickel), including market analysis on LME/COMEX/SHFE and macroeconomic risk evaluation. + Build and manage strategic global supplier networks, including primary and secondary metal suppliers, recycling streams, and new markets across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. + Develop cost models, pricing structures, indexation formulas, and hedging approaches to manage cost, volatility, and long‑term supply security. + Drive supplier negotiations, contracts, performance management, and improvement programs, ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, sustainability, and compliance requirements (REACH, RoHS, ESG, LKSG). + Support Engineering and cross‑functional teams with RFQs, early supplier involvement in NPD, manufacturability insights, and validation of technical and financial data. + Provide commodity forecasts, market intelligence, inflation updates, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders, implementing early warning systems and continuity plans. + Conduct supplier audits, capability assessments, and technical evaluations, while maintaining accurate supplier data and contributing to Perfect Execution initiatives. + Dedicate ~25% travel time for supplier development, relationship building, and on‑site evaluations. + While the role focuses on strategic raw material procurement (mainly metals), you may also be assigned additional or different product groups based on business needs. **Who You Are:** You quickly and decisively take actions in fact-changing, unpredictable situations. You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities. You set aggressive goals and have high standards. You pursue everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish. You formulate a clear strategy and map aggressive steps that will accelerate the organization toward its goals. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Proven experience in procurement, commodity management, or supply chain management. + Strong background in raw materials procurement, especially copper, aluminum, steel, and other metals. + Understanding of global commodity markets and trading platforms (LME, COMEX, SHFE) and experience with indexation, hedging, cost models, and pricing strategies. + Ability to analyze technical data, supplier capabilities, and financial models to support sourcing decisions. + Experience with supplier negotiations, contracting, and performance management in an international environment. + Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams. + Availability to travel approximately 25% for supplier visits and development. **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + Experience developing global supplier networks for primary and secondary metals, including recycling streams. + Exposure to global tenders, new market exploration, and cost optimization programs. + Knowledge of integrating sustainability into procurement strategies, including CO₂ reduction, responsible sourcing, recyclability, and transparency. + Familiarity with ESG, REACH, RoHS, LKSG, and other compliance frameworks. + Experience supporting NPD through early supplier involvement and design‑for‑manufacturability input. + Ability to standardize processes, drive synergies, and support global procurement initiatives. **Our Culture & Commitment to You** At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. Make this great opportunity yours! **WHY EMERSON** **Our Commitment to Our People** At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together. **Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation** If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com . **ABOUT EMERSON** Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go! **No calls or agencies please.** **Requisition ID** : 26000714 Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.