Commodity Buyer
Core
Manages total cost, relationships, and commodity strategies for Information and Digital Technology (IDT) needs, guiding the Digital Technology function through vendor sourcing and contracting.
Role type
Commodity Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
IT and Digital Technology product features and infrastructure
Domain
Home Appliances / Information Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor performance management, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, project management, analytical problem solving
Preferred skills
IT sourcing experience, Sourcing Systems proficiency, Legal terminology knowledge, ITIL framework familiarity, AI Tools usage, SOC/PCI experience
Technologies
Sourcing Systems, AI Tools
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including supplier evaluation, competitive bids, and contract awards; Negotiate commercial terms, pricing models, SLAs, and contractual protections; Own vendor performance management including KPIs, SLAs, Scorecards, and Quarterly Business Reviews; Manage contract lifecycle including drafting SOWs, RFPs, RFQs, and handling renewals and amendments; Partner with DT leadership, Finance, and business teams on demand planning and budgeting alignment.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
