The Commodity Manager (CM) II is an individual who is extremely strategic and forward-thinking. A CM is a subject matter expert who monitors market trends, develops sourcing strategies, and communicates commodity agreements and strategies across the business. The CM will possess a demonstrated competence in development & execution of commodity strategies, negotiation, and supplier assessments. This position is in Livonia, MI. As a Commodity Manager II, you will: • Lead current production cost reduction & new program sourcing globally for the commodities • Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to seek input, common ground, and trust of the Commodity Team to optimize overall impact • Process purchase orders and ensure that supplier is meeting delivery dates • Develop and execute sourcing strategies and plans to leverage Roush's global buy and optimize total supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, and launch) • Lead, manage and execute all data collection, validation, analysis, and negotiation activities for the commodities • Lead the negotiation and management of global strategic supplier contracts & approve any changes • Manage overall relationship for strategic suppliers • Communicate commodity agreements and strategies to the business globally • Communicate progress periodically to senior level managers within and outside the company • Facilitate ongoing supplier assessment and performance review meetings, monitor effectiveness of strategy, and make changes where appropriate • Serve as a resource/expert for the commodities • Take part in process improvements in conjunction with the team to develop & implement best practices • Monitor supply markets and trends and aggregate forecasts & global specifications • Operate in a professional manner with the highest personal integrity • Approve all sourcing decisions globally • Cost model development To be as considered a Commodity Manager ll, you will need: • Bachelor's degree in business related or technical area • US Citizenship • Minimum of 3 years' experience managing the responsible commodities • Experience with cost modeling/cost drivers/cost structures • Ability to read blueprints/drawings • Ability to manage complex commodities and increasing spend/growth across multiple commodities • Demonstrated competence in negotiating skills and assessing suppliers • Demonstrated competence in developing & implementing commodity strategies • Possesses an understanding of industry quality standards • Coordination, facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills • Professional verbal and written communication skills A successful candidate may also have: • Technical knowledge in-direct / MRO purchasing • Manufacturing exposure/experience • Experience in the automotive industry • PeopleSoft experience • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team. Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/ Visit our website: www.roush.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoushCareers