Commodity Manager, Indirect Purchasing

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Commodity Manager, Indirect Purchasing leads cross-functional commodity teams to develop and implement strategies supporting business objectives for quality assurance, technology and new product development, risk mitigation, and total cost. The role leads supplier analysis and selection, make-or-buy decisions, outsourcing, transitions, and continuation or product-support projects. It develops sourcing strategies through supplier-performance reviews and supplier and part-number rationalization and segmentation. The position builds working relationships with internal functions and suppliers to resolve supplier issues; leads supplier negotiations and works with Legal on contract language; and monitors agreements and supplier expectations. It develops implementation and transition plans to realize sourcing benefits, analyzes commodity spend and market trends to prioritize sourcing initiatives, and monitors supply-chain issues affecting quality, delivery, or pricing. The Commodity Manager presents procurement opportunities and analysis to senior management, mentors less experienced peers, follows corporate and procurement policies, and maintains a physical presence in the workplace. The role manages a varied and complex workload with reasonable autonomy. Travel is up to 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Three or more years of experience in the field or a related area.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate in cross-functional environments and with senior management.
Mastery of supply-chain principles.
Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
Ability to interpret technical drawings or specifications.
Strong interpersonal skills to lead, motivate, and facilitate others in group settings.
High analytical ability to assess alternatives and define and resolve problems or opportunities.
Advanced problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate in a variety of work settings.
Ability to organize, plan, and document projects or assignments and prioritize work.
Knowledge of AIAG standards or processes.

Nice To Haves

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM).
Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD).
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional commodity teams in developing and implementing strategies and goals aligned with business objectives for quality assurance, technology and new product development, risk mitigation, and total cost.
Lead supplier analysis and selection, make-or-buy, outsourcing, and transition efforts.
Act as project manager for continuation and product-support projects.
Establish sourcing strategies by reviewing supplier performance and conducting supplier and part-number rationalization and segmentation.
Develop and manage relationships with internal functions and suppliers to resolve supplier issues.
Lead supplier negotiations, execute supply agreements, and ensure supplier conformance to company terms and conditions.
Monitor agreements and expectations, and partner with Legal on contract language.
Develop implementation and transition plans to realize sourcing benefits for assigned commodities.
Analyze commodity spend data, market trends, and dynamics to prioritize and launch sourcing initiatives.
Monitor, report, and provide direction on supply-chain issues that could affect quality, delivery, or pricing.
Present procurement opportunities and related analysis to senior management in alignment with corporate strategic plans and cost-reduction initiatives.
Mentor less experienced peers in sourcing strategies, commodity category management, and supplier relationships.
Adhere to corporate and procurement policies and procedures and maintain a physical presence in the workplace.

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage.
Employer HSA contribution.
Dental and vision insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
401(k) with company match and contribution.
Accrued paid time off.
12 paid holidays and one floating holiday.
Employee wellness program.
Tuition assistance program.