Commodity Buyer Specialist - Chemical

About Us

At CNH, we're driven by a clear purpose: we serve and advance the people who feed and build a growing world.

As a global leader in agriculture and construction, we create the equipment, technology, and solutions that help our customers work more productively and sustainably. Our success starts with our people, and we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and every employee has the opportunity to grow.

Grow a Career. Build a Future.

If you're ready to make an impact and build a career with purpose, there's a place for you at CNH.

Job Purpose

The Commodity Buyer Specialist supports the Chemical function by handling procurement tasks such as purchase order processing, supplier communication, and documentation. This role ensures operational efficiency and compliance with procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage costs for the following commodities within approved budgets:Tires, paints, rubber and plastic molded components, seals, seating systems, adhesives, and fluid lines, with an annual spend of INR 90+ crore (USD 11 million).

• Develop commodity strategies and support component development for new product launches within defined timelines and cost targets. Deliver departmental cost-efficiency targets.
• Collaborate with key global and domestic stakeholders on sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Conduct annual cost negotiations covering year-over-year targets, raw material price fluctuations, and commercial cost reductions. Support value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) initiatives.
• Drive quality improvements by supporting the resolution of existing product quality and reliability issues.
• Optimize the supplier base through supplier improvement programs, consolidation, and VA/VE initiatives.
• Ensure suppliers have sufficient capacity to meet production requirements.

Experience Required

• Knowledge of market trends and raw material price movements within the industry.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and component costing.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• More than 10 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

B.E. Mechanical / Chemical

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off