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Commodity Manager

Laguna Permanent PHP1,521,000 - PHP1,859,000 per year View Job Description
The Commodity Manager will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for facilities services, utilities, infrastructure, and other indirect procurement categories across a global manufacturing environment. The role focuses on contract negotiations, cost optimization, supplier performance, energy efficiency initiatives, and supporting facility expansion and operational improvement projects.
  • Drive global sourcing strategy for critical facilities and utilities
  • Lead high-impact cost savings and energy efficiency initiatives

About Our Client

Our client is a global industrial technology organization with a strong manufacturing footprint and a commitment to operational excellence. The company partners with leading businesses worldwide and continues to invest in growth, sustainability, and world-class supply chain practices.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for facilities services, utilities, infrastructure, and indirect spend categories.
  • Lead procurement activities for services such as facilities maintenance, security, janitorial, utilities, and site infrastructure.
  • Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and service-level commitments to maximize value and minimize cost.
  • Drive cost-saving initiatives through supplier consolidation, contract optimization, and standardization programs.
  • Implement and maintain cost-tracking mechanisms to improve spend visibility and forecasting accuracy.
  • Partner with facilities and operations teams to support site expansions, new facilities, and infrastructure improvement projects.
  • Lead energy efficiency and utility cost reduction initiatives across multiple locations.
  • Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance against quality, service, delivery, and cost objectives.
  • Conduct supplier reviews, scorecards, and performance improvement programs.
  • Assess market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to inform sourcing strategies.
  • Identify and mitigate supply chain and operational risks through proactive supplier management.
  • Collaborate closely with Finance, Legal, Operations, Quality, and Facilities stakeholders on procurement initiatives.
  • Ensure adherence to procurement governance, approval processes, and sourcing policies.
  • Analyze spend data and develop recommendations to improve procurement effectiveness and operational efficiency.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Commodity Manager should have:

  • A degree in a related field such as Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering.7+ years of experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
  • Strong experience managing facilities services, utilities, infrastructure, real estate, or MRO-related spend categories.
  • Proven track record delivering measurable cost savings through sourcing and supplier negotiations.
  • Experience managing large service contracts and indirect spend portfolios.
  • Strong understanding of facilities operations, utility agreements, and infrastructure-related procurement.
  • Experience working within a manufacturing, industrial, or multinational environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strategic supplier partnerships and manage supplier performance.
  • Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and contract negotiation expertise.
  • Experience conducting spend analysis and identifying process improvement opportunities.
  • Knowledge of procurement governance, supplier compliance, and risk management practices.
  • Proficiency in SAP, Ariba, or similar procurement systems.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from PHP 1,300,000 to PHP 1,950,000.
  • Permanent position within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
  • Additional benefits to be discussed during the hiring process.



If you are ready to take on the challenges of a Commodity Manager role, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Liam Harvey
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7075685
Phone number
+63277955052

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Indirect Procurement
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Laguna
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Liam Harvey
Consultant contact
+63277955052
Job Reference
JN-082026-7075685

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.