Commodity Manager

Position Summary:

Work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to develop and implement strategic commodity plans for all assigned categories at the lowest total cost.

• Lead the development of and execution of category management strategies for all assigned commodities
• Work with internal stakeholders to define requirements for sourcing objectives
• Evaluate competitive offers and present sourcing options that meet business requirements
• Partner with MDM leads on global sourcing projects
• Ensure all selected suppliers are compliant to service level agreements
• Lead the category and supplier spend management activities with respective spend areas
• Conduct in depth cost and spend analysis in order to develop cost savings initiatives through various cost reduction options
• Carry out administrative responsibilities that effectively manage projects and contracting activities
• Lead and expedite vendor selection and purchasing decisions through appropriate competitive bid and strategic sourcing processes
• Achieve all cost reduction savings targets
• Monitor, manage and report on achievements on key purchasing indicators in line with department requirements
• Immediately respond to unforeseen supply failures, working with suppliers to avoid supply chain interruptions
• Identify industry trends and market development for respective categories
• Responsible for gathering relevant benchmark data, and supply market intelligence

• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel);
  Proficiency in standard office and database programs/equipment;
  Knowledge of ERP systems;
  Comprehensive understanding of distribution;
  Capable of leading negotiations of pricing contracts;
  Strong knowledge of the key aspects of the RFQ sourcing process;
  Ability to understand and develop purchasing plans for stocking materials at different warehouses;
  Ability to read and interpret documents such as purchase orders, requisitions and requests for quote

• Experience with managing a total portfolio in excess of $10M
• MRP/ERP experience a plus
• Bachelor Degree in Business, Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 7 years strategic buying experience
• CPPM

• Problem Solving: Work alongside staff to resolve issues with product and customer service. Revise plans or techniques as necessary to achieve optimum results. Partner with other department managers to resolve issues.
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims. Detects flaws, inconsistencies, and seeks the root-causes of problems.
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals. Understands one’s role on the team, helps team members in need or asks for assistance when needed.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Enthusiastic, naturally social and persuasive. Establishes rapport and maintains mutually productive relationships. Resilient and persistent. Must be able to work and collaborate with colleagues, be “hands-on” and be able to handle multiple tasks in a multi corporation environment.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Engaging in effective communication verbally and in writing. Presents information clearly and in an organized manner. Adjusts vocabulary and formality according to audience and purpose.
• Mathematical Reasoning: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems. The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work processes, and final work products and selects critical details to focus on.
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires. Adjusts quickly to changes, versatile in shifting roles, welcomes new or unfamiliar situations.
• Ethics: Keeps commitments; works with integrity. Presents company image and professionalism at all times.
• Self-Management: Shows personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions. Knows and adheres to all safety practices of the trade and workplace.
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