Job Title: Commodity Specialist Summary:Position Summary: This role is assigned as the procurement leader for certain material categories and as the initiator to identify new sourcing opportunity in Japan. Responsibilities may include working with global procurement personnel and business leaders to achieve business goals and objectives, developing and implementing purchasing strategies, selecting and developing suppliers, negotiating contract and managing the relationships with the suppliers. Responsibilities Include: Tasks and responsibilities of the position: + Develops purchasing strategies for the assigned raw materials to support the company achieving business goals and objectives + By collaborating with technology, business and suppliers to identify innovative opportunities in Japan to support global Momentive to reach the purpose of cost reduction or supply security improvement + Conduct market analysis and build industry network to provide intelligence and insights to business + Manages the suppliers, which includes selecting and evaluating suppliers, establishing contracts and prices, maintaining relationships and performance, and related activities based on market changes and needs + Manages continuous improvement plan, which includes developing and implementing productivity plans, reliable supplies plans + Works with business team and technology team, and provides support from purchasing in developing new products Qualifications: The following are required for the role Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor or plus degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or business management + Commercial acumen and willing to work under pressure + Analytical and strategic thinking skills + Demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate + Native in Japanese. English both in written and spoken Preferred Qualifications: + No less than 3 years of commercial, marketing or raw materials purchasing in relevant industry + SAP materials management experience preferred What We Offer: At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution About Us: Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law. To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations . Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.