Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a global leader in building products and solutions, serving commercial construction, industrial, infrastructure, and residential markets through its Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) and Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) segments.

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager – Strategic Commodities is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of key raw materials and components critical to the manufacturing of building products (e.g., resins, chemicals, films, packaging, asphalt, etc.). This role drives year-over-year (YoY) cost savings that outperform market indices and industry competitors, while ensuring uninterrupted supply, consistent quality, and effective risk mitigation.

The position partners closely with R&D, Operations, Engineering, and Innovation teams to identify cost optimization opportunities, develop new materials and sources of supply, and support product performance and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Leadership

Lead sourcing strategies and negotiations for core building product commodities (e.g., polymers, asphalt, films, additives, minerals, etc.)
Deliver YoY cost savings that outperform commodity markets, indices, and key building products competitors
Utilize commodity indices (e.g., CMA, ICIS, RISI, etc.) to inform pricing models, contract structures, and negotiation strategies
Secure favorable supply agreements, including long-term contracts, index-based pricing, and volume leverage agreements
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with manufacturing, margin, and growth objectives

Supplier Management & Risk Mitigation

Manage a strategic portfolio of suppliers using a procurement matrix (e.g., Kraljic framework) aligned to business criticality and supply risk
Develop dual/multiple sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of supply for critical materials
Monitor and mitigate supplier risks including capacity constraints, raw material shortages, geopolitical exposure, and financial stability
Lead supplier performance management across cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness metrics
Resolve supplier-related issues impacting cost, product quality, or production schedules
Conduct regular supplier business reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Value Engineering

Partner with R&D, Engineering, and Operations to identify and execute cost savings and value engineering projects (e.g., material substitutions, product redesign, process improvements)
Collaborate with Innovation teams to identify, qualify, and onboard new raw materials and alternative sources of supply
Support new product development and commercialization by ensuring cost-competitive and scalable supply solutions
Participate in make-vs-buy and should-cost analyses for materials and components

Operational Procurement & Plant Support

Oversee procurement execution across manufacturing plants to ensure alignment with production schedules and customer demand
Mentor and include plant buyers in cost savings projects in smaller commodity categories.
Ensure adherence to inventory policies, including working capital, safety stock levels, and service targets
Partner with plant leadership and planning teams to optimize procurement, inventory turnover, and material availability
Drive consistency in procurement processes, supplier utilization, and contract compliance across plants

Market Intelligence & Commodity Management

Monitor global and regional markets for key building materials and inputs, including cost drivers such as energy, transportation, and feedstocks
Integrate market intelligence into budgeting, forecasting, and sourcing strategies
Track and report savings performance relative to market movements and industry benchmarks
Anticipate supply disruptions and develop proactive mitigation strategies

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of procurement/sourcing experience, preferably within manufacturing or building products industries.
Experience sourcing raw materials such as Polymers, Asphalt, Films, Paper, Chemicals, or other industrial inputs
Proven track record of delivering YoY cost savings that exceed market performance
Strong experience negotiating complex contracts, including index-based and multi-year agreements
Demonstrated success working cross-functionally with R&D, Engineering, and manufacturing operations

Key Competencies

Advanced negotiation and supplier management skills
Strong understanding of commodity markets and cost drivers in building materials
Strategic thinking with a results-driven mindset
Financial acumen, including cost modeling and should-cost analysis
Risk management and supply continuity planning
Effective communication and cross-functional leadership
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, plant-driven manufacturing environment

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