The Commodity Manager (CM) III 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.
As a Commodity Manager lII, 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 lll, you will need:- Bachelor's degree in business-related or technical area
- Minimum of 5 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:- Master's degree
- Cost analysis experience
- Manufacturing exposure/experience
- Experience in the automotive industry
- PeopleSoft experience
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) experience
- Technical capability
Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, paid vacation, paid holidays.
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