Commodity Manager

COMMODITY MANAGER As the largest U.S-based manufacturer of electrical power transformers and a major supplier of total energy solutions, WAUKESHA ELECTRIC SYSTEMS (WES) offers qualified applicants superb career opportunities.

 

Today, we are seeking a full-time Commodity Manager to add to our staff at our headquarters in Waukesha, WI.

 GENERAL SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for leading worldwide supply chain strategy development and deployment for a set of commodities.  Works in close concert with supply chain leadership at Waukesha Electric to deliver year over year improvements in material cost, quality, availability and inventory. 

 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

- Design and implement commodity strategies to attain year over year material cost reduction (PPV/MPV), material quality/delivery improvements and inventory reduction targets through the use of appropriate supply chain tools.

- Lead multi-site commodity teams as required on the following processes:

- Supplier Development - Work with Engineering and Quality to develop new suppliers with systems to support quick development, low cost, and high Quality.

- Negotiations - Act as the lead negotiator with suppliers in specific commodities to deliver stated objectives.

- Strategic Sourcing - Lead the strategic sourcing process including RFQ development, quotation reviews (traditional and on-line reverse auctions), supplier/contract negotiations and supplier development. Lead sourcing meetings with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing etc. to reach consensus on sourcing.

- Low Cost Country Sourcing - Lead Low cost country sourcing for the appropriate sub-commodities for year over year net cost reductions.

- VA/VE - Work closely with long term suppliers to manage this core supply base for productivity/cost down initiatives through the use of VA/VE tools.

- Supplier Kanbans/VMI - Work closely with the supplier base to and the lean group to actively integrate the suppliers into WES/SPX plants through the appropriate use of Kanbans, VMI and related tools.

- eCommerce - Lead the supply base in implementation of eCommerce tools to automate transactions and bring flexibility and transparency in the supply chain.

- Own the supplier relationship for the major suppliers in the areas (commodities) of responsibility. 

- Maintain a working knowledge of the world-class supply chain process to ensure that existing processes are targeted to attain excellence versus industry benchmarks.

- Model and promote WES/SPX Leadership standards to create an environment that mobilizes empowered people to achieve business goals.

- Assist in mentoring and training buyers in best practices.

-30-40% working on international sourcing.

 

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

Required:  Minimum of a Bachelor?s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management or related field. Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience in global manufacturing companies with increasing responsibilities in a multi-site, multi-product, company.  International experience required.

 EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

- In-depth materials management expertise and a proven track record of achieving world-class service levels while significantly reducing inventory and cost.

- High-level negotiation skills. Competent at leading a negotiation. Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and project management skills.  Experienced in purchasing and sourcing.

- Knowledge of ERP systems and specifically supply chain management systems is required.

- Understanding of supplier capabilities and the marketplace. International sourcing experience a must.

- Demonstrated experience and success working in a fast paced, matrixed environment satisfying multiple customers. Strategic planning/thinking skills, coupled with analytical and execution skills.

- Excellent Communication Skills ? logical and organized

(Written, Verbal, Listening, Presentation)

- Highly proficient in Microsoft applications: PowerPoint, Excel and Word.

- Demonstrated ability to interface with top executive and senior level management, both internally and externally.

 

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