Chemical Commodity Lead

Global Category Lead, Chemical – Hach

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• Part of a global, high performing team.
• Growing within a company that has a proven track record of success and talent development.
• Making a meaningful contribution to a more sustainable future in an industry that you can be proud of.

At Hach, a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world. Every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better—faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. Motivated by the highest possible stakes in climate change and global health, we’re working to find innovative technologies that guarantee the safety of our water and our environment.

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Hach is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto's vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career.

Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources—and building rewarding careers along the way.

Reporting to the Director, EU & NA Direct Sourcing
, the Global Category Lead, Chemical will be responsible for shaping and executing Hach’s global sourcing strategy for chemical categories. This leadership role oversees the end-to-end management of the category, including strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, forecasting, budgeting, and supplier relationship management across multiple regions.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in procurement and category management, along with a demonstrated record of driving cost savings, fostering supplier innovation, and ensuring both quality and supply chain reliability.

In this role, you will provide strategic direction and mentorship to regional commodity managers, ensuring alignment and consistency across global procurement strategies. You will establish and monitor KPIs that drive performance and business success, while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams—including Product Development, Engineering, and Operations—to ensure the supply chain is efficient, cost‑effective, and aligned with organizational objectives.

If you are a results‑oriented leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to Hach’s continued growth and excellence.

This position is part of the Sourcing team and is located in Ames, Iowa
. It will be Hybrid.

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and inspire a high‑performing team of commodity managers, driving a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Develop talent within the global sourcing function by providing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Foster an environment of accountability and empowerment, ensuring team members are aligned with strategic goals and are continuously improving their skills.
• Budget Forecasting & Material P&L: Oversee budget forecasting and manage the material profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities. Ensure accurate financial planning and reporting, aligning procurement activities with budgetary goals and financial performance metrics.
• KPI Management: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for commodity managers. Ensure that KPIs align with strategic goals and drive continuous improvement. Provide regular feedback and support to commodity managers to help them achieve their targets and enhance overall performance.
• Category Strategy Development: Develop and execute the global sourcing strategy for the chemicals category, ensuring it aligns with the company’s overarching goals and supports sustainable, profitable growth. Conduct comprehensive market intelligence, supplier assessments, and trend analysis to…