Global Commodity Manager - Metal Fabrication

Generac•Waukesha, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Global Commodity Manager is responsible for the strategic management of assigned commodities and products worldwide by working with cross-functional teams while owning the supplier execution and the supplier performance. This role manages the implementation of sourcing strategies that produce tangible value through the implementation of process and projects that yield a reduced total cost of material acquisition, revenue and gross margin improvement, supply base alignment, enhanced product quality, and overall reduction of risk.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
6 years’ experience in strategic sourcing, supplier quality or operational management
Ability to travel 30%-40% of the time
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to professionally and effectively interact with all stakeholders both internal and external at any level of the organization.
Demonstrated skills in cost reduction and bidding techniques to maximize value
Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers
Thorough knowledge of purchasing techniques including strategic supplier concepts
Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of supplier contracts, product conformity, quality toolbox, and problem-solving methodologies
Demonstrated ability to assess critical market dynamics, including end to end industry assessments and analysis of the competitive landscape for engines
Ability to identify market and supply risks / liabilities and develop contingency plans
Track, report, and reconcile all material price variation (EPPV) and purchase price variation (APPV) to financial teams
Highly self-motivated, ability to work well under pressure, maintain composure during rapidly changing situations, analyze situations and take effective actions to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of different metal fabrication processes
Previous experience with commodity management continuous improvement, Six Sigma Concepts and methodologies
Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP
ERP knowledge

Responsibilities

Negotiate Master Supply Agreements to obtain the maximum value for each dollar of expenditure and focus on obtaining cost savings and payment term improvements.
Champion material cost reduction initiatives and quarterly business reviews.
Define and communicate the commodity strategy to all levels of the organization as well as suppliers.
Recommend and implement strategic plans that display measured improvement of total cost of ownership and significantly reduce risk related to our metal fabrication components supply plan.
Monitor and Communicate technology transitions and life-cycle related roadmaps for all related industries.
Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws related to procurement practices and in accordance with standard practices.
Evaluate current and new suppliers to develop and improve service levels in search of continuous improvements regarding total cost and efficiency.
Optimize the supply chain of goods from our suppliers through to our customers by focusing on lead time reduction.
Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams related to quality, price, inventories and availability of materials.
Report on supplier and commodity market analysis by monitoring trends.
Participate in Supplier quality audits for conformance to corporate requirements.
Own and update the supplier scorecards.
Perform other duties as assigned.