Manager, Commodities

Knauf Insulation North America

Chemical Commodity Manager responsible for sourcing strategies and supplier management at Knauf Insulation. Ensuring cost optimization and compliance in chemical procurement.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Chemical Commodity Manager is responsible for the management of the organization’s chemical spend portfolio.
Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies for assigned chemical categories, including solvents, resins, additives, and related materials.
Analyze market trends, pricing dynamics, supply conditions, and industry developments to inform sourcing decisions.
Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, sustainability improvements, and product innovation.
Monitor raw material markets and proactively assess impacts on procurement strategies and business operations.
Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers to support business needs and sourcing objectives.
Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with key chemical suppliers and vendors.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance related to quality, delivery, service, compliance, and cost competitiveness.
Lead sourcing activities including RFQs, RFPs, bid analysis, and supplier selection processes.
Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, commercial terms, and supply arrangements to achieve optimal value for the organization.
Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, REACH, and related standards.
Partner closely with manufacturing, R&D, quality, regulatory, operations, and sustainability teams to support business initiatives and operational goals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related business or technical field
Advanced degree preferred
Purchasing certification desired
Minimum eight (8) years of leadership/management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Experience in the building and construction industry desired
Experience in the insulation industry, including familiarity with insulation manufacturing products and processes preferred
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn and understand, the building and construction industry
Ability to communicate effectively throughout the organization
Ability to make quick, thorough decisions
Ability to motivate and energize a team to produce winning solutions
Ability to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization
Ability to instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner
Effective negotiation skills
Problem-solving skills
Proactive in identifying areas of opportunity and suggesting ideas for improvement
Effective public speaking and presentation skills
Computer skills in MS Windows environment; proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
Virtual Medical Services
Fertility and adoption benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
Paid parental leave
Paid family leave
Company provided Salary Continuance (Short- term Disability)
Company paid life insurance
Paid Holidays
Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Plus, more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

sourcing strategiescost savingssupplier consolidationsupplier performance evaluationcontract negotiationRFQsRFPsbid analysisprocurement compliancemarket analysis

Soft Skills

leadershipeffective communicationdecision makingteam motivationinnovationcollaborationaccountabilityinclusionnegotiationproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeAdvanced degreePurchasing certification