Indirect Commodity Manager

About Leviton At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world. About the role Reporting to the Vice President of Global Sourcing, this position is responsible for the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services that support Leviton’s operational and strategic needs across North America. The Indirect Commodity Manager will develop and manage a robust, competitive supply base for indirect commodities—including MRO, IT, travel, professional services, facilities, and other non-production categories—while partnering closely with key internal stakeholders. This position is also responsible for one direct report. Responsibilities Proactively identify and evaluate new suppliers and technologies in the indirect spend categories to support Leviton’s business operations. Lead and facilitate the transition and onboarding of new suppliers, ensuring alignment with company objectives and compliance standards. Meet or exceed cost, quality, and delivery expectations for all indirect procurement activities. Align with strategic supplier partners to leverage best-in-class solutions and maximize value for Leviton. Partner with key internal stakeholders to negotiate commercial terms for indirect goods and services. Serve as the primary point of contact for indirect sourcing activities, acting as a liaison between sourcing, business units, and other functional groups. Lead and facilitate the process to add and maintain supplier and material data in relevant procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP), working closely with central materials management. Frequently communicate status and updates to internal stakeholders and assist in securing new services for operational needs. Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements in all sourcing activities. Support process improvements and cost-saving initiatives through cross-functional collaboration. Be the key person for general sourcing department activities including office supply ordering, time clock input\vacation calendar, overflow for Indirect order processing, CBP lead, etc. Qualifications Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications (Excel, Powerpoint, and Word) May have some advanced skills in the use of these applications Skilled in analysis, Finance, Cash Mgmt, and Supply Chain Knowledge of the use of electronic collaboration tools Must have a strong technical knowledge of the Indirect/MRO commodity Able to understand Business Law; Aware of International Law; Able to create new or unique T&C's for legal review; working knowledge of intellectual property, indemnification, and liability Proficient in managing and/or leading multi-location/global projects Able to recognize and capitalize on team skills /dynamics Demonstrated ability to hold cost-out sessions with suppliers and the plant locations Good understanding of Best Practices within Supply Chain Must have experience with many of the Indirect commodities (travel, phone, MRO, etc.), with proven favorable results Able to teach a variety of purchasing concepts and procedures Knows the high level global implication of Market Condition changes and how these affect the Indirect commodity Solid understanding of indirect procurement, supplier management, and internal operations. Experience supporting new product launches or project-based sourcing is a plus. Creative, resourceful, and able to think independently; attentive to detail and highly organized. Ability to multi-task and work autonomously with limited supervision. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) for effective collaboration across the organization. Analytical and critical thinking skills for evaluating supplier proposals and business cases. Good business acumen with the ability to understand industry dynamics, competitive environment, and customer business drivers. Ability to establish long-lasting, win-win relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. Forward-thinking with strategic planning skills. Strong communication and presentation skills. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations. Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, (other as appropriate) 3 to 5 years’ related experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Indirect Procurement. Documented leadership in the Indirect Commodity. Experience managing direct reports. Travel Minimal Travel What We Offer Comprehensive benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs 401K plans with employer-matching contributions Tuition reimbursement PTO Paid holidays Volunteer time off