Capex Global Commodity Manager

Capex Global Commodity Manager
Company Overview
At Mitsubishi Power Americas, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is redefining power generation to accelerate the global energy transition. We operate as one team, driven by collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Our culture is grounded in our shared values:
Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we're building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.

Role Overview
The Capex Global Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing category strategies for capital expenditures, including capital equipment, engineered systems, construction services, and major infrastructure projects. This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Project Management, and Finance to ensure optimal supplier selection, commercial terms, and total cost of ownership across Capex investments.
This individual will identify strategic suppliers in the power generation equipment space and lead cross‑functional evaluations to determine the best overall supplier products and services for Mitsubishi Power turbine solutions. While the primary focus is Capex‑related commodities, additional sourcing responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain multi‑year category strategies for Capex commodities aligned with business growth, asset lifecycle, and project pipelines
Segment spend by equipment type, technology, region, and supplier market dynamics
Identify cost reduction and value creation opportunities across capital projects
Develop and manage relationships with advanced technology suppliers in the power generation equipment space
Lead supplier evaluations with cross‑functional teams, including technical, manufacturing capacity, quality, cost competitiveness, risk, and IP considerations
Serve as key liaison between suppliers, Mitsubishi project, engineering, service teams, and EPC partners
Analyze market research, spend data, supplier performance, and stakeholder input to inform sourcing decisions and commodity plans
Communicate recommendations clearly to stakeholders using dashboards and data‑driven insights
Implement cost‑out initiatives and drive standardization
Negotiate contracts and manage ongoing supplier relationships to achieve optimal commercial outcomes
Identify qualified vendors for highly technical Capex commodities
Review long‑range forecasts and usage cycles to inform procurement strategies
Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis for capital investments
Identify supply chain, commercial, and delivery risks and develop mitigation plans
Support capital authorization requests with sourcing and cost validation inputs
Drive supplier development, relationship management, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve sourcing objectives
Lead and drive category performance, including KPI tracking and supplier performance management
Present category strategies and recommendations to senior leadership
Conduct supply chain risk analysis and develop mitigation plans
Represent Mitsubishi Power in supplier negotiations and policy development
Monitor supplier production capacity and establish buyer capacity plans
Support Buyers and Supply Chain teams in resolving conflicts
Develop and evaluate complex commercial and technical bids
Travel up to 25%
Perform other duties as required

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures
Participate in proactive team efforts and leadership initiatives
Contribute to building a positive team spirit
Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders at all levels
Protect confidential information
Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times

Knowledge, Skills & Education
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited…