Manager, Strategic Supply Chain 2

Req

Remote Position:
Yes

Region:
Americas

Country: USA

** General Overview*
* *
* Functional Area

** :
Supply Chain Management (SCM)

** Career Stream** :
Market Supply Chain ()

** Role** :
Manager 2

** Job Title** :
Manager, Strategic Supply Chain 2

** Job Code** : MG2-SCM-MSC

** Job Level** :
Level 10

** Direct/Indirect Indicator** :
Indirect

** Summary*
* We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager - JDM (Joint Design and Manufacturing) to join our global team

to lead our strategic sourcing, supplier selection & development, commodity engineering, component engineering

and materials cost-reduction initiatives in support of our Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CCS) segment.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in both customer management, and design for supply

chain initiatives. The incumbent will lead the efforts of multiple support organizations, globally, to ensure a

successful engagement with Celestica's product design customers.

** Detailed Description*
* Supports delivery of projects developed by Celestica's Global Design Services organization.

Provides direction for source selection and ensures proper process implementation.

Works with the Commodity Management teams to ensure negotiations meet business requirements and growth

plans.

Works with the supply chain management process for customers, from materials pricing and BOM analysis to

delivery execution and flexibility performance.

Quotes and negotiates critical high dollar or strategic commodities, or provides direction to a team of

commodity managers.

Provides support in the analysis of costed customer bids or quarterly BOM Costing exercises for global

customers.

Works with Global Design team to optimize Design for supply chain performance of Celestica products.

Provides direction to Commodity Management teams on contract negotiations.

Supports quarterly business reviews with customers, and with senior management at key/strategic suppliers.

Provides leadership and direction with respect to interaction with suppliers. Leads process development and

development of commodity strategies.

Has regular communication with customers related to demand, commitments, non-performing inventory, and

future process changes /improvements.

Supports projects or programs on a global basis.

Ability to interact with employees at all levels including executives and/or major customers.

** Knowledge/Skills/Competencies*
* In-depth knowledge and understanding of supply chain management, distribution methods, and global

transportation services and inventory management.

Good understanding of IT concepts and integrated business applications.

Good knowledge in all areas of import / export, regulatory and logistics management

Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem resolution skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Ability to resolve complex issues & problems internally and externally

Significant skills required in multi-tasking and time management

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external

customers.

Able to work effectively cross- functionally and with other sites to achieve objectives.

Frequent travel to related sites is required (up to 25%)

** Typical Experience*
* 9+ years of relevant experience and previous experience within electronic manufacturing environment.

** Typical Education*
* Bachelor's degree in related field (Engineering or Materials Management), or consideration of an equivalent

combination of education and experience

** Notes*
* This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Celestica is an E-Verify employer.

Location:

This is a remote position, with travel as necessary. We are open to considering candidates close to any of our US locations in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Texas, Arizona, Oregon or California as well as locations near major airports such as the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest and Pacific Coast.

** COMPANY OVERVIEW:*
* Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to…