Commodity Manager / Strategic Sourcing Manager
We are seeking a Commodity Manager to join our global procurement team in Swords, Ireland, supporting the development and manufacture of world-class laboratory diagnostic instruments used by healthcare providers around the globe.
In this highly visible role, you will take ownership of selected strategic commodities and supplier relationships that are critical to manufacturing operations in Ireland & UK. Working across Procurement, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing Operations, you will develop sourcing strategies, drive supplier performance, support new product introductions, and ensure a resilient, competitive and sustainable supply chain.
This position offers the opportunity to influence global supplier strategy, lead cross-functional business initiatives, negotiate with international suppliers, and contribute directly to the success of one of the world's leading healthcare technology organisations.
Whether you are an experienced Commodity Manager or a high-performing Strategic Sourcing professional seeking broader commodity ownership, this role provides an excellent platform to develop your career within Siemens Healthineers' global procurement organisation.
Why Join Siemens Healthineers?
- Own strategic supplier relationships supporting life-saving diagnostic technologies.
- Drive sourcing and supplier strategies across complex supply chains.
- Collaborate with global teams across USA, EU and APAC and the wider Siemens Healthineers network.
- Influence new product introductions and supplier innovation initiatives.
- Gain exposure to senior stakeholders, international suppliers and strategic business projects.
- Build a long-term career within a global healthcare technology leader.
Your tasks and responsibilities:
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Develop and execute sourcing strategies for strategic commodities supporting our diagnostics manufacturing operations.
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Manage supplier relationships across quality, delivery, capacity, sustainability and cost competitiveness.
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Lead commercial negotiations and productivity initiatives to support business objectives.
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Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain teams to ensure continuity of supply and support new product introductions.
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Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and implement supplier development plans where required.
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Drive supplier capability, capacity and performance improvements through structured engagement.
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Support global commodity initiatives including demand pooling, supplier consolidation, market intelligence and strategic sourcing activities.
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Act as the key commercial interface between suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
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Contribute to sustainability, resilience and risk-management objectives across the supplier base.
Typical Commodity Areas May Include
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Metals
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Plastics
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EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services)
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PCB Assemblies
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Machined Components
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Electro-Mechanical Assemblies
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Contract Manufacturing
Your qualifications and experience:
Essential
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement or related discipline.
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Experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, category management or procurement within a manufacturing environment.
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Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations and supplier relationship management.
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Experience working with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality.
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Strong commercial acumen with analytical and strategic problem-solving capability.
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Comfortable in using analytical applications and artificial intelligence tools
Preferred
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Experience in electro-mechanical, electronics, industrial, medical device, semiconductor, aerospace or advanced manufacturing industries.
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Knowledge of supply market analysis, supplier development and risk management.
Travel
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 20%.
What Makes You Successful
You are:
- A confident negotiator with a track record of delivering measurable business results.
- Comfortable influencing stakeholders at multiple levels of the organisation.
- Analytical, data-driven and structured in your approach.
- Passionate about building strong supplier partnerships while maintaining commercial rigour.
- Able to manage competing priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Motivated by solving complex supply chain challenges and driving continuous improvement.
Diverse Industry Experience Valued
Candidates with procurement and sourcing experience from medical device, healthcare, electronics, semiconductor, industrial, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors are encouraged to apply.
Professionals currently working as Commodity Managers, Strategic Sourcing Managers, Category Managers, Procurement Managers, or Senior Buyers will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.
Our global team:
At Siemens Healthineers, we pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
We are a team of more than 70,000 highly dedicated employees across more than 70 countries passionately pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare to help improve people’s lives around the world. As a leader in the industry, we aspire to create better outcomes and experiences for patients no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio, spanning from in-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics to image-guided therapy and innovative cancer care, is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.
Our culture:
We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities.
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