• Industrial Commodity Manager

    Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. (Cincinnati, OH)


    Job Posting:

    Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

     

    Ferguson is currently hiring for an **Industrial Commodity Manager** to lead business operations in the Midwest Region. The Industrial Commodity Manager acts as a strategic leader and expert in the Industrial/PVF product category, driving sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and cost optimization to support Ferguson's business objectives.

     

    Role Overview

     

    The Industrial Commodity Manager is focused on strategic vendor profitability from a market standpoint. Priority activities include standardized commodities pricing as well as vendor pricing support with large jobs to drive profitability in market.

    Position Details

    + Reports to the Regional Sales Operations Manager

    + Ideal candidate would be based in the Cincinnati Market

    Responsibilities

    + Drive adoption and execution of PVF products in conjunction with market specific vendors in Region.

    + Lead and maintain standardized commodities' pricing ensuring market competitiveness and alignment to strategic objectives (market dependent based on Region).

    + Secure vendor job pricing support for large / strategic jobs in order to maximize profitability while meeting customer needs.

    + Collaborate with Sales to align core products strategy with sales execution in the field.

    + Support quoting efforts for strategic vendors, acting as a liaison between sales and supplier partners.

    + Support the Pro Solutions implementation and rollout of tools and processes tied to its success.

    Qualifications

    + Knowledge in sustainability. Awareness of sustainable sourcing practices and regulations, particularly as they relate to PVF products.

    + Bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred and /or equivalent experience will be considered.

    + 3+ years of sourcing, material and commodity management or equivalent industry experience.

    + Ability to develop and grow relationships with external suppliers, internal peers, and other functional teams.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (MS 0365, Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Power BI)

    + Experience with various industry standards, approvals, and certification processes

    + Identify opportunities to reduce product costs and improve the overall landing cost of PVF products.

    + Experience with various industry standards, approvals, and certification processes

    + Work closely with various teams within Ferguson, including Category Management, Product Development, Quality, Supply Chain, and Marketing.

     

    At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

     

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    Pay Range:

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    $8,083.34 - $12,933.34

     

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    _Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles_** **OR** **_Hourly for all other roles._

     

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    This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

     

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    Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

     

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    _The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability._

     

    _Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer_ _F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual_ _Orientation/Gender_ _Identity._

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information (https://www.ferguson.com/content/careers/reasonable-accommodation)