Commodity Manager - Strategic Procurement for Metallics
Siemens · Posted Oct 13
Industrial automation, software, infrastructure, and medical technology solutions
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About the role
Siemens Mobility, an independently run company of Siemens AG, builds rail vehicles, rail automation and electrification solutions, turnkey systems and intelligent road traffic technology. The Commodity Manager acts as a key liaison between Rolling Stock Procurement HQ in Germany and the regional procurement team in Bangalore, India, driving global procurement strategies while strengthening local supplier integration. This role works on metallic/direct production materials sourcing, supplier qualification and development, RFQs and price benchmarking, commercial negotiations, e-sourcing, cost reduction and escalation management for supply issues.
What you will do
- Implement global procurement strategies within the Indian market
- Identify and onboard capable local suppliers to support localization initiatives
- Evaluate, develop, and qualify suppliers under the “local for global” approach
- Collaborate with cross-functions (Engineering, Production, Quality) to enhance supplier capability
- Analyze demand for metallic/direct production materials
- Conduct RFQs, price benchmarking, and commercial evaluations
- Prepare sourcing recommendations aligned with HQ stakeholders
- Lead commercial negotiations (pricing, terms, conditions) using both collaborative and competitive approaches
- Utilize e-sourcing tools (e-auctions, RFQs) to ensure transparent and competitive sourcing
- Drive cost reduction and productivity initiatives with internal teams and suppliers
- Act as first escalation point for supplier performance issues impacting logistics or operations
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Administration
- Several years of experience in strategic procurement, preferably in manufacturing or rolling stock
- Strong knowledge of metallic components (steel structures, car body parts)
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and understand manufacturing processes
- Proven experience in supplier negotiations and contract management
- Business-fluent English required; German is a strong advantage
- Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-cultural environment
- Structured, analytical, and results-driven mindset
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proactive, innovative, and open-minded approach
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Siemens
Siemens AG is a global technology powerhouse focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. The company creates smart digital enterprise solutions, industrial automation, and software to help customers transform industries and digitalize operations worldwide.
- Industry
- Industrial Automation
- Company size
- 318,000+ employees
- Founded
- 1847-10-12
- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer and Chief Strategy Officer
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