Pre-Construction Commodity Manager

About the role

A Snapshot of Your Day

• Lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities that support the planning and development phases of major Grid Technology projects, including HVDC and FACTS installations.
• Collaborate with engineering, estimating, project management, and construction teams to develop procurement strategies, evaluate supplier capabilities, negotiate commercial terms, and identify opportunities to optimize project costs and schedules before execution begins.
• Ensure that materials, subcontractors, and procurement plans are aligned with project requirements and business objectives.
• Proactively engage with suppliers and conduct market analysis to establish a strong foundation for successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary procurement interface for assigned suppliers and subcontractors during the pre-construction phase of Grid Technology projects.
• Develop and implement sourcing and subcontractor strategies that support project planning, estimating, and execution readiness for HVDC and FACTS installations.
• Lead commercial evaluations, bid analysis, supplier negotiations, and contract discussions in collaboration with technical and project stakeholders.
• Drive cost optimization and risk mitigation initiatives by identifying sourcing opportunities, market trends, and procurement efficiencies early in the project lifecycle.
• Partner closely with Procurement, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Erection & Commissioning, and Project Management teams to support project planning and successful execution.
• Utilize digital procurement and supplier management systems to manage requests for proposals, supplier qualifications, purchase orders, and procurement documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pre-construction, construction procurement, strategic sourcing, estimating, civil construction, or project commercial management.
• Advanced negotiation and contract management skills with experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Strong ability to work effectively in a matrixed, international, and cross-functional business environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills with a proactive, customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
• Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities in a supportive work culture.
• Company-paid health and wellness benefits.
• Paid Time Off and company holidays.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Family-building benefits.
• Parental leave.

Pay

• Details on pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

• Details on schedule are not specified in this posting.

Skills

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Benefits

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Company Information

Grid Technologies

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high-voltage switchgear and transformers, and digital grid technology.

About the Team

Grid Technologies

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high-voltage switchgear and transformers, and digital grid technology.

About Siemens Energy

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With approximately 100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities in a supportive work culture.
• Company-paid health and wellness benefits.
• Paid Time Off and company holidays.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Family-building benefits.
• Parental leave.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

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