Global Commodity Manager - Mechanical Components

Description

• Become the subject matter expert for assigned commodities and associated markets.
• Categorize suppliers as Strategic, Grow, Maintain, or Rationalize, and implement appropriate strategies.
• Manage important metrics such as Supplier Quality, Service, Cost, Safety, and Integrity.
• Develop and execute cost reduction strategies aligned with company goals
• Provide escalation support for site purchasing managers and improve supplier performance through global leverage.
• Create and manage a Sourcing Cost Reduction Program (PPV & VAVE) project funnel.
• Lead supplier negotiations and project implementation for assigned commodities for casting and machining.
• Develop relationships with our teams (Engineering, Product Management) and external suppliers.
• Develop and maintain a supply chain roadmap, supporting transitions and continuous improvements.
• Maintain a Supplier Risk Management Program, focusing on capacity, quality, and delivery.

Requirements

• Commodity experience establishing and implementing strategic plans to deliver world class sourcing of manufactured parts, preferably machined castings and Machined Components.
• Willingness to travel 25% domestically and internationally as required
• Must have at least two years of experience in a buyer/planner role.
• Experience in a Lean/Six Sigma transformation.
• International commodity sourcing experience in Canada, Vietnam, Mexico and India is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering, or Supply Chain. MBA and/or APICS/ISM certifications preferred.
• Experience in delivering year-over-year savings in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience in Global Supply Chain Operations (industrial/commercial), with expertise in casting and machining.

Benefits

• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance