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Roush Enterprises Commodity Manager I in Livonia, Michigan
We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you're part of building the future. Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovated solutions to complex challenges? Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged? If so, then keep reading.
We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. The Commodity Manager (CM) I is an individual who is extremely strategic and forward-thinking. A CM is a subject matter expert who monitors market trends, develops sourcing strategies, and communicates commodity agreements and strategies across the business. The CM will possess a demonstrated competence in development & execution of commodity strategies, negotiation, and supplier assessments. The Commodity Manager will operate in a professional manner with the highest personal integrity. As a Commodity Manager I, you will:
- Lead current production cost reduction & new program sourcing globally for the commodities
- Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to seek input, common ground, and trust of the Commodity Team to optimize overall impact
- Process purchase orders and ensure that supplier is meeting delivery dates
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies and plans to leverage Roush's global buy and optimize total supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, and launch)
- Lead, manage and execute all data collection, validation, analysis, and negotiation activities for the commodities
- Lead the negotiation and management of global strategic supplier contracts & approve any changes. Manage overall relationship for strategic suppliers
- Communicate commodity agreements and strategies to the business globally. Communicate progress periodically to senior level managers within and outside the company
- Facilitate ongoing supplier assessment and performance review meetings, monitor effectiveness of strategy, and make changes where appropriate
- Serve as a resource/expert for the commodities
- Take part in process improvements in conjunction with the team to develop & implement best practices
- Monitor supply markets and trends and aggregate forecasts & global specifications
- Approve all sourcing decisions globally
- Work on cost model development
To be considered as a Commodity Manager I, you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in business-related or technical area
- 6 months experience with cost modeling/cost drivers/cost structures
- U.S. Citizenship allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance
- Ability to travel up to 10% (mostly local but could involve domestic and international overnight trips)
- Demonstrated competence in negotiating skills and assessing suppliers
- Demonstrated competence in developing & implementing commodity strategies
- Possesses an understanding of industry quality standards
- Coordination, facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
A successful candidate may also have:
Cost analysis experience
Manufacturing exposure and experience
6 months of experience in the automotive industry
PeopleSoft experience
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) experience
Technical capabil