Commodity Manager

Overview

Lead supplier relationships and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.

Key Responsibilities

• pricing negotiation
• cost analysis
• supplier risk
• supply strategy
• market trends
• bid support

Tasks

Manages the Negotiation of all annual pricing, LTA's and tooling costs with suppliers. Ensures all new parts in assigned commodity area are receiving best pricing Performs spend analysis and market testing to identify opportunity areas for cost reduction. Supports the Sourcing department to ensure Buy America, New York content, DBE Goals and other regulatory compliance. Project manages the evaluation, certification, and implementation of new suppliers. Keeps informed of market trends and cost drivers relative to materials and components and makes recommendations designed to reduce the costs and improve methods for commodities under his responsibility. Performs Supplier Risk Assessments on assigned suppliers to support company Supplier Risk management program. Develops and executes supply strategies for assigned commodities. Keeps abreast of and suggests implementation of new technologies and innovations brought forth by suppliers to provide cost reductions and product improvements. Ensure system costing and pricing is maintained accurately for assigned suppliers. Review PPV. Assists the Director, Strategic Sourcing in the preparation of reports and presentations for Senior Management. Identifies, selects, and develops suppliers based on the requirements of New Flyer. Considers all aspects of requirements including cost and quality. Develops, manages, promotes, and improves strategic alliances and relationships with suppliers under commodity responsibility. Works to develops effective partnerships with strategic suppliers. Leads resolution of business issues with assigned suppliers as required. Support bid pricing group as required with quotations or other supplier price verification for costing of bids. Conducts regular business and performance reviews with suppliers' management to assess and evaluate their means of ensuring continuous improvement in quality and cost savings.

Requirements

• purchasing
• negotiation
• analytical
• scmp
• university degree
• supplier management

What You Bring

We are seeking an experienced and driven Commodity Manager to join our Strategic Sourcing team in Winnipeg. In this role, you will lead supplier relationships and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, focusing on cost reduction, innovation, and performance. You will develop strong supplier partnerships, manage contract negotiations, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards. This position requires strategic thinking, strong analytical abilities, and the capability to influence key business outcomes through effective sourcing decisions. -At least 3 years of senior purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment -Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills -Up to 15% -University degree in a related field preferred -Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment -Completion of SCMP or relevant purchasing education is an asset -Strong track record in supplier negotiation and relationship management

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Benefits

-On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we've invested 10.9 million in 2023) -Paid holidays and vacation -Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility -Advancement opportunities within our family of companies -Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.

About New Flyer

-Provide innovative bus solutions for urban and rural transit. -Focus on quality, sustainability, and safety. -Part of NFI Group, a global leader in bus manufacturing. -Cater to public transit systems, municipalities, and private providers. -Shape the future of sustainable mobility.

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