Global Commodity Manager - Metal Fabrication

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The Global Commodity Manager is responsible for the strategic management of assigned commodities and products worldwide by working with cross-functional teams and owning the commodity strategy, supplier relationship and the supplier performance. This role also manages the execution of sourcing strategies that produce tangible value through the implementation of process and projects that yield a reduced total cost of material acquisition, revenue and gross margin improvement, supply base alignment, enhanced product quality, and overall reduction of risk

• Champion supplier development and quarterly business reviews.
• Define and communicate the commodity strategy.
• Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws related to procurement practices and in accordance with standard practices.
• Evaluate current and new suppliers to develop and improve service levels in search of continuous improvements regarding total cost and efficiency.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements to obtain the maximum value for each dollar of expenditure and focus on obtainment of high inventory turns.
• Optimize the supply chain of goods and services from our suppliers through to our customers by focusing on lead time reduction.
• Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams related to quality, price, inventories and availability of materials.
• Report on supplier and commodity market analysis by monitoring trends.
• Participate in Supplier quality audits for conformance to corporate requirements.
• Own and update the supplier scorecards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
• 6 years’ experience in strategic sourcing, supplier quality or operational management
• Ability to travel both domestic and internationally, up to 30% of the time

• Demonstrated skills in cost reduction and bidding techniques to maximize value
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing techniques including strategic supplier concepts
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of supplier contracts, product conformity, quality tool box, and problem solving methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to assess critical market dynamics, including end to end industry assessments and analysis of the competitive landscape for engines
• Ability to identify market and supply risks / liabilities and develop contingency plans
• Track, report, and reconcile all material price variation (EPPV) and purchase price variation (APPV) to financial teams
• Highly self-motivated, ability to work well under pressure, maintain composure during rapidly changing situations, analyze situations and take effective actions to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• ERP knowledge

• Strong knowledge of different metal fabrication processes
• Previous experience with commodity management continuous improvement, Six Sigma Concepts and methodologies
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Competitive Benefits:
  Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the…