Global Commodity Senior Manager - Indirect

Valmont Industries, Inc.

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Global Commodity Senior Manager - Indirect will lead aspects of the Global Supply Management process for the Indirect desk. This position will work to identify and drive productivity within the Category, network with Valmont facilities to build a strong project funnel, support cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Quality, Product Management) by ensuring timely supply of quality Indirect and will support various initiatives driven by Leadership, such as driving productivity through Value Engineering and e-Sourcing. This position will also work to review the existing supply base and will evaluate suppliers from a GME (Grow, Maintain, Exit) perspective. The Global Commodity Senior Manager - Indirect will also work to improve payment terms with our suppliers to drive improved cash flow. The Global Commodity Senior Manager works with divisional manufacturing management teams to identify and initiate sourcing projects that will achieve cost reduction and deliver competitive advantages through the global sourcing process. Working with production control, engineering, quality control and manufacturing to source parts. The incumbent is also responsible for keeping informed of all significant changes to the design and sourcing processes and for coordinating activities with the Global Sourcing team.

Requirements

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and/or Mechanical Engineering specializing in Indirect and material processing with 7+ years of relevant experience or Associate’s Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience or 11+ years of relevant experience
• Indirect manufacturing, tooling design, product design and application experience
• Indirect Commodity Management experience with high dollar spend
• Experience in managing commodities that are directly tied to material indexes
• Proven track record of supplier development, management, and sustained productivity
• Experience in executing and managing material locks on the LME, COMEX or similar
• Strong analytic and negotiating skills
• Strong financial acumen
• Self-starter, ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to develop and recommend material and process alternatives and work collaboratively with Engineering and Product Management teams
• Project management skills to: Develop realistic plans, action steps, and timetables for projects and assignments Consistently meet deadlines Coordinate work with other groups Handle multiple demands and competing priorities Be able to develop and execute initiatives Be able to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external, and establish credibility with business partners
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience with Agency certifications (UL, CSA, NSF, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - advanced Excel skills
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (JDE, QAD and similar)
• Able to communicate effectively in the English language.
• Requires 50% travel both internationally and domestically, including overnight stays
• This position reports to VP Global Supply Chain and has no direct reports or indirect reports

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in Chinese, Spanish or other languages is a plus.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, transformation planning and implementation activities (Six Sigma, 5S, Toyota model, etc.).
• Master’s degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering
• CPM or APICS certification or on-the-job training
• Strong communication and demonstrated leadership skills to inspire confidence and work successfully within cross-functional teams to drive continuous supplier business opportunities

Responsibilities

• Manages Indirect material commodities
• Develop and implement long term strategies for Indirect
• Manage supplier relationships to meet Valmont requirements for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and other business terms
• Negotiates with suppliers to establish competitive contracts and beneficial agreements
• Responsible for overall management of VA/VE and strategic sourcing projects ensuring they are completed on schedule and within budget
• Monitors indexed portions of Indirect material spend and makes recommendations to Management regarding hedges, lock, forward purchases, etc.
• Perform detailed supply market analysis – commodities, industries, and suppliers related to Valmont Indirect procurement
• Monthly score card and project reporting.
• Annual strategic plan reporting
• Owns the Material Council process and reporting cadence
• Reinforce the company’s continuous improvement culture that promotes communication, shared learning, intelligent risk-taking, creative problem solving and accountability for failures and successes
• Lead and direct value engineering and cross-functional team activities
• Supports and leads supply optimization efforts to include consolidation, dual sourcing, rationalization, etc.
• Supports supplier scorecard efforts and interacts with assigned suppliers to improve upon and build relations and performance
• Supports supplier lean development activities
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

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