Commodity Analyst

Copeland•Cudahy, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Copeland has an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain professional to grow as a Commodity Analyst. Based in Cudahy, WI, this role will provide coordination and leadership to design and implement a supply/logistics network that delivers competitive cost and meets quality, speed, and flexibility requirements. The Commodity Analyst will develop and implement supplier metrics focused on improving supplier performance regarding lead-time, quality, OTD, and compliance. This role involves understanding cost drivers and supply sources within assigned commodities and representing the supply chain in support of New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field (equivalent working experience in commodity management may be considered in lieu of a degree)
Two (2) or more years of experience in a procurement function or related experience
Requires strong project management, organizational, communication, and data analyzing skills
Must be self-directed, team-oriented, and able to evaluate and effectively handle multiple priorities
Outstanding strategic agility and business acumen
Strong PowerPoint and Excel analysis skills including use of advanced financial functions and pivot tables
Legal authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Indirect and capital experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the supply chain and sourcing activities for assigned commodity portfolio
Coordinate supply improvement projects with sustaining engineering and lead project review meetings
Consistently improve supplier performance in terms of delivery to ensure global supply chain networks to meet operational and sales needs
Coordinate Supply Chain programs with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and site tactical Buyers
Drive cost savings and trade working capital improvements (DPO/Inventory) through negotiations, eSourcing, and other activities related to supplier selection, short/long-term strategies and program management
Lead reviews with suppliers utilizing the supplier metrics and implement programs to drive improvements in quality, delivery, cost, risk management, technology, and commercial terms
Ensure tracking and monitoring is in place for suppliers with performance issues. Drive internal and external accountability for improvement opportunities
Lead projects related to assigned commodities, suppliers, logistics, etc. to improve overall supply chain key performance indicators
Manage strategic operations and supply chain projects and initiatives as needed