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POSITION TITLE: Commodity Manager – (Procurement-Supply Chain)
SPECIFICATION NUMBER: A62347CRI
LOCATION: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
COMPENSATION: Market Rate
COMPANY: National Transportation Manufacturer
POSITION SUMMARY
Lead, develop, implement and gain cross-functional alignment of Global Commodity Strategies for key company commodities. Drive Global Commodity Strategies with an emphasis on Sustainable Cost Reductions, partnering with quality-minded Suppliers, Supplier Relationship Management, Low Cost Economy Sourcing, Supplier Rationalization Strategies and Total Cost Of Ownership that adds value to company and its Shareholders
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create, execute and cross-functionally communicate Strategic Commodity Business Plans that include: Global Commodity Strategy, Low Cost Economy Strategies, Supplier Rationalization, Sustainable Cost Reductions, Key Supplier Performance Metrics, TCO, and New Technologies that support company’s Reliability Driven™ brand and product leadership position and results in Procurement being a competitive advantage.
Work closely with Supplier Development to ensure partnering with quality-minded Suppliers that are capable of meeting company’s enhanced quality expectations.
Collaborate with and lead cross-functional (Operations, Production Control/Planning, Engineering, Quality, Sales & Marketing, Finance, Aftermarket), Souring Board process of Supplier Selection.
Responsible for Supplier Relationship Management and global commodity strategies that leverage company’s spend with a focus on TCO.
Lead “knowledge based negotiations” in the execution of Long-Term Agreements and Supplier contracts and as part of Top Supplier Meeting process.
Conduct Commodity Benchmarking via thorough understanding of benchmarking data and key commodity cost drivers.
Track and communicate global commodity industry trends, competitive strategies, economic factors and opportunities in the global market place.
Monitor and report compliance to commodity contracts and strategies.
Ensure adherence to Supplier Price Increase Request Procedure to help mitigate negative PPV and maximize net Supplier cost reductions.
Meet or exceed Budgeted/Forecasted Supplier Cost Reductions across company spend.
Develop “Should Be” Cost Models to understand “should be” cost as a means of identifying and driving cost reduction opportunities that ensure cost competitiveness in pursuit of new business opportunities and current production cost reductions.
Identify Cost Reduction opportunities based on:Ownership of: Non-Disclosure Agreements, Requests For Quotations, Quotation Analysis, Negotiations, LTA’s, Prototype/Production Procurement, and Sustainable Cost Reductions.
Benchmarking data base and key cost driver analysis
Supplier capacity analysis
VA/VE product/process improvements
Implementation of new technologies
Commodity market trends
Lead Supplier Selection process via Sourcing Board procedure:Lead disciplined cadence of managing Strategic Supplier Partnerships through Top Supplier Meetings focused on ensuring alignment with all aspects of company’s expectations and improved year-over-year cost reductions.
Gain cross-functional Sourcing Board approval on sourcing recommendations
Understand Supply Chain structure, Financial strength, Manufacturing/Engineering capabilities, capacity, and overall Supplier strengths and weaknesses
Manage High Risk/High Dependency Suppliers by creating and executing action plans to reduce exposure to financially stressed and/or high dependency Suppliers
Responsible for rewarding best performing Suppliers and eliminating poor performing Suppliers through leadership role in the Sourcing Board process.
Play key role in warranty cost improvement by leveraging early Supplier involvement, aligning with quality-minded Suppliers through the Supplier Selection process, and managing Unauthorized Supplier Changes.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIRMENTS
Proven results in sustainable Supplier Cost Reductions.
Demonstrated excellent in Supplier negotiation skills.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Highly effective at communicating commodity strategies; possesses ability to gain organizational buy-in.
Proven commodity strategy development and execution experience required.
LOCATION: Gloucester County, New Jersey (just south of Cherry Hill, NJ)
COMPENSATION: $100,000 + 15% Bonus
COMPANY: Our client is a leading manufacturer of petroleum based specialty products.
POSITION SUMMARY
This individual will be a key team member of the NJ-based Sourcing team, reporting to the Manager of Strategic Sourcing. This position will act as a lead buyer in multiple spend category areas such as contractor and maintenance labor, additives and chemicals, polymers, plant equipment, energy procurement, fleet, capital projects, and other operating expense areas. Being part of a lean organization, this position will often be needed to assist or lead in multiple sourcing/purchasing related duties, activities, and projects. Teamwork and effective communication with operational groups and other departments is a critical expectation.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain/Procurement or related field required.
CPM, CPSM, or equivalent sourcing-related certification a plus.
Relevant Master’s degree or MBA a plus.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Minimum 3 years of procurement related experience required.
Experience in petrochemical and pipeline/terminal related goods and services is a major plus.
Minimum 2 years of ERP system and purchasing technology tools. SAP proficiency a plus.
COMPETENCIES / SKILLS
Strong negotiation and vendor relations skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong project management skills and process improvement skills.
Proficient in performing data analyses and financial assessments.
Proficient in use of computers and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). SharePoint and Access a plus.
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Must be self-motivated and capable of working independently, as wells as work respectfully and productively in cross-functional and team-based environments.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES
Assist and/or take the lead in various areas of the team’s day-to-day operations. Such areas include purchase requisition/order procedures, competitive bidding and negotiations, vendor qualification and due diligence, spend analytics and reporting, material master and inventory management, supplier relationship management, ISNetworld & Insurance compliance, contract administration, fleet administration, etc.
Assist in the promoting, monitoring, training, and enforcing of department policies, procedures, and best practices to maximize value creation, cost savings, and in limiting exposure to fraud and misappropriation.
Build relationships with operational groups to promote the usage of the sourcing team (ie, savings opportunity identification, assist with vendor negotiations, bid package preparation, due diligence)
Promote a positive team environment with an emphasis on collaboration, respect, professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Support CFO Org areas with efforts, such as the annual OPEX & CAPEX budget processes and assisting Accounts Payable with vendor invoice issues.
Provide guidance and support for professional development and cross-training of team members.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Travel is required and is anticipated approximately 10% of time.
Must possess and maintain a valid driving license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
May be required to carry a cell phone and response as needed during working and non-working hours.
THE COMPANY WAY
Put safety and environmental stewardship first
Collectively work for the good of total company performance
Set challenging but attainable goals
Seek help when we need it and we give help when it is needed
Strive to excel and we learn so we can excel the next time
Help people work productively and continuously learn
Live up to our commitments, to ourselves, our customers and suppliers
Open and transparent and we encourage and welcome new ideas
Behave in ways that invite interaction and challenge the status quo
Value each other and treat each other with respect and dignity
Quick and nimble in dealing with ourselves and our business
RELOCATION EXPENSE
Relocation expense is not provided for this position.
POSITION TITLE: Strategic Sourcing Manager - (Position Filled)
SPECIFICATION NUMBER: 68942CRI
LOCATION: Gloucester County, New Jersey
COMPENSATION: $140,000 + 20% Bonus
COMPANY: Our client is a leading manufacturer of petroleum based specialty products.
POSITION SUMMARY
This individual will be the leader of the NJ-based Sourcing team and will oversee the day-to-day purchasing-related operations. This position will also act as a lead buyer in multiple spend categories, such as contract labor, maintenance materials, other outside services, additives and chemicals, polymers, plant equipment, fleet, rentals, power, capital projects, and other operating expense areas.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Procurement or Business Administration required. Relevant Master’s degree or MBA desired.
CPM, CPSM, or equivalent sourcing-related certification a plus.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Minimum 7 years of procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, negotiations, and bidding.
Experience in petrochemical and pipeline/terminal related goods and services is highly desired.
Minimum 5 years of ERP system and purchasing technology tools. SAP proficiency a plus.
Minimum 5 years of managerial or supervisory experience.
COMPETENCIES / SKILLS
Strong project and change management skills.
Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong leadership, teamwork, and supervisory skills.
Proficient in performing data analyses and financial assessments.
Proficient in developing and conducting management presentations.
Proficient in use of computers and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). SharePoint and Access a plus.
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Must be self-motivated and capable of working either remotely or with minimal supervision.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES
Oversee the team’s day-to-day operations, inclusive of category spend management, purchase requisition/order procedures, competitive bidding and negotiation, material master and inventory management, vendor qualification and due diligence, supplier relationship management, ISNetworld & Insurance compliance, and contract administration.
Develop, implement, and enforce the appropriate strategies, policies and procedures for the procurement of goods and services at the lowest total cost.
Establish and enforce internal audits and controls to standardize purchasing practices and to limit exposure to fraud and misappropriation.
Build relationships with operational groups to promote the usage of the sourcing team (ie, savings opportunity identification, assist with vendor negotiations, bid package preparation, due diligence)
Support CFO Org areas with efforts, such as the annual OPEX & CAPEX budget processes and assisting Accounts Payable with vendor invoice issues.
Support the Legal department on contract administration efforts.
Establish and monitor performance metrics and KPIs to evaluate the sourcing team and high-spend vendors.
Promote a positive team environment with an emphasis on collaboration, respect, professionalism, and integrity.
Provide guidance and support for professional development and cross-training of team members.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and may occasionally be required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Travel is required and is anticipated approxametely10% of time.
Must possess and maintain a valid driving license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
Required to carry a cell phone and response as needed during working and non-working hours.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
RELOCATION EXPENSE
Relocation expense is not provided for this position.