Commodity Specialist

Johnson Electric • Vandalia, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Electric is seeking a Commodity Lead to join their team in Vandalia, OH. This role will be responsible for developing and managing sourcing strategies to achieve annual performance objectives and drive success in supply chain management. The position offers opportunities to work with a technologically leading company that values work-life balance and employee recognition.

Requirements

• Major in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business preferred.
• Knowledge and experience of various commodity cost drivers, supply base, and strategic supplier management with a focus on understanding material cost drivers.
• 0 to 3 years of sourcing experience with Commodity Management experience.
• Skilled in supplier development and management.
• Familiar with ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and office software, especially Excel and PPT.
• Proficiency in English (Business level Spanish and Mandarin preferred).
• Familiarity with Automotive industry quality requirements preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coordination skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to achieve deliverables on time.
• Ability to work cooperatively with global counterparts.

Nice To Haves

• Business level Spanish and Mandarin preferred.
• Familiarity with Automotive industry quality requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop appropriate strategic sourcing plans to guide the team's sourcing activities for the Americas.
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers focusing on terms and conditions of purchase contracts.
• Make market analysis on commodities and offer budget and savings plans to top management.
• Establish a regional supplier base in the Americas ensuring supplier operations are in compliance with IATF16949 and ISO 9000.
• Lead supplier benchmark activities to guide the SCS sourcing activities, including benchmarking other JE global sites.
• Consolidate regional supplier base for the assigned commodities.
• Work closely with global counterparts to leverage common suppliers, benchmark pricing, and align costs across regions.
• Use global suppliers when appropriate to optimize landed cost, lead time, and quality.
• Drive design for sourcing and manufacturing throughout the New Product Development Process.
• Expedite materials or re-schedule per market demand to meet given deadlines.
• Support spot purchasing activities for assigned commodities as required on the regional and global level.
• Collaborate with the finance team for on-time payment with suppliers.
• Regularly report (monthly, quarterly) price negotiations with suppliers based on index and/or volumes, new project launches, etc.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance.
• Recognition Programs: Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level