Commodity Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Manage all aspects of the assigned commodities via strategic supplier management

* Identify and develop the current supply base and potential suppliers for each commodity through supplier strategies aligned within the business unit

* Drive current and new launch cost reduction opportunities via strategic sourcing, negotiation, and projects

* Monthly forecast and tracking of spend and savings

* Identify and mitigate risks associated with responsible scope of buy - ensure supply is protected

* Lead supplier negotiations, including contract management and development agreements

* Obtaining Motus Sourcing Board approval for all new sourcing actions

* Utilize supplier scorecards to communicate performance versus expectations monthly

* Forecast materials market movements and develop mitigation plans to smooth volatility

* Ensure that price changes aligned to contracts, and raw material index are accurate and timely

* Analyze and intelligently execute tradeoffs between unit prices and working capital/inventory

* Support current production and new launch activities (Quotes, Purchase Orders, Reports, etc)

* Establish "target pricing" (pre-program award)

* Manage key internal stakeholders to achieve alignment on continuous improvement opportunities

* Prepare and present executive communications on an as-needed basis

REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, finance, or engineering

* 3-7 years' experience related to Purchasing, Materials Management, or other Supply Chain area

* Automotive industry background

* Outstanding communication, detail oriented, self-driven, professional written skills, and negotiation skills are essential for success in this position

* Understanding of PLEX ERP software a plus

* Proficient in MS Office

* Ability to travel up to 30% is required

* Local to Michigan or South Carolina required with hybrid potential