Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

Principal Global Commodity Manager

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Lake Mary • Florida • United States

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About the role

  • The Principle Global Commodity Manager position is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and delivering savings and benefits for our organization.
  • This individual will identify strategic suppliers in the power generation equipment space and lead cross-functional evaluations to determine the best overall supplier product fit for the Mitsubishi Power Turbine solution.
  • This individual will recommend and work with internal groups to implement strategic supplier agreements, partnerships, or potential investments in coordination with business approval processes.
  • Main commodity focus for this individual is HRSG’s and other gas turbine exhaust systems.
  • Support and execute the 5‑year supplier ecosystem strategy, ensuring supplier capacity and capability align with business needs and partner requirements.
  • Develop, manage, and strengthen relationships with advanced technology suppliers in the power generation industry—especially HRSGs, gas turbine exhaust systems, and other auxiliary equipment—while monitoring current and emerging technologies.
  • Lead cross‑functional supplier evaluations, including assessments of technical fit, manufacturing capacity, quality, risk, cost competitiveness, and intellectual property considerations.
  • Serve as the liaison between strategic suppliers and internal teams (sales, commercial operations, project management, engineering) as supplier products are integrated into Mitsubishi Power solutions.
  • Analyze market research, spend data, supplier performance, and stakeholder input to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and to support sourcing decisions and commodity strategies; communicate insights using clear reporting and visualization tools.
  • Drive cost‑reduction initiatives, standardization efforts, and supplier development projects to improve cost, lead time, and overall value.
  • Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements, balancing supplier relationships with achieving competitive terms, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Identify, qualify, and bid technically complex commodities, evaluating vendors based on price, quality, technical capability, and delivery requirements.
  • Review long‑range forecasts to develop commodity and procurement strategies that meet future equipment and supply needs.
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally, engaging stakeholders across procurement, engineering, operations, and other business units to align goals, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Lead performance and governance for assigned commodities, establishing goals, monitoring performance, ensuring accountability, and promoting procurement excellence.
  • Conduct supply chain and risk analyses, developing plans to mitigate risk and support supply continuity.
  • Monitor supplier capacity and develop capacity plans in coordination with buyers.
  • Resolve supplier and supply chain issues in partnership with buyers and the broader supply chain team.
  • Develop, evaluate, and refine complex technical and commercial bids, ensuring proper stakeholder review and alignment.
  • Prepare and manage bid invitations and RFPs, analyze responses, and support award recommendations.
  • Establish and manage blanket purchase agreements, including contract terms, value thresholds, and durations.
  • May lead or supervise team members, supporting their development and performance.
  • Participate in developing specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree (MBA preferred)
  • 10+ years supplier contract experience or 15+ years commodity buying experience.
  • Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, engineering drawings, engineering specifications for material, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities.
  • Proficiency in standard business software and basic database tools.
  • Leadership experience including delegation, coordination, and team communication to global sourcing staff.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States permanently without requiring employer sponsorship.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.
Benefits
  • Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
  • Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Committed to quality products and services.
  • Great working environment and culture.
  • Employee Appreciation Programs and Event.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
sourcing strategiessupplier relationship managementcontract negotiationcommodity buyingmarket research analysiscost-reduction initiativessupply chain analysistechnical evaluationsbid managementprocurement strategies
Soft Skills
communicationproblem-solvinganalytical capabilitiesleadershipteam coordinationstakeholder engagementcross-functional collaborationperformance monitoringaccountabilitycontinuous improvement
Certifications
Bachelor's DegreeMBA (preferred)