Strategic Commodity Manager
Company: The Shyft Group
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: January 21, 2023
Job Description:
SUMMARYThe Commodity Manager position is responsible for leading
a team of Supply Management professionals and identifying,
developing, and implementing supplier and product value stream
improvement initiatives with assigned suppliers or commodities
through effective use and support of the strategic sourcing
process, cost targeting, supplier performance planning, supplier
development and value analysis/value engineering processesExplore
the hyperlinks below to learn more.
- The Shyft Group - Employee Testimonials
What You'll be Doing
- Lead and manage one to three professional Supply Management
associates with specific goals that support corporate
objectives
- Ensure team members understand expected results and the work
processes required to achieve expected results
- Maintain understanding of actual versus target achievement for
each individual contributor and support them in closing gaps
- Develop and maintain development plans for each direct report
which lists the most important training needs necessary to improve
performance
- Perform work of direct reports when required to meet process or
learning targets
- Lead negotiation of critical agreements that range in value
from $10-$20 million
- Identify opportunities and collaborate with engineers and
suppliers to implement improvements
- Conduct strategic sourcing for items or indirect commodities,
as designated by the SCM leadership team, which may include
local/regional activities along with global projects
- Negotiate long term supply agreements with suppliers that
support company directives
- Gather data to analyze a specific indirect commodity and/or
supplier for identifying and implementing value add activities such
as cost reductions, innovation, risk management, etc. within the
supply chain base
- Achieve agreements with suppliers on current cost elements
using observable facts and an understanding of Utilimaster's
performance expectations to build targets for future
attainment
- Understand and apply formal project management principles to
work, as appropriate
- Influence others to meet milestones and coordinate work of
others
- Lead cross-functional project teams
- Manage relationships with assigned suppliers and successfully
align suppliers' operating plans to achieve company's
objectives
- Use market analysis to understand global influences on the
supply base and create strategies to leverage these dynamics for
the benefit of the Company
- Communicate and apply quality and engineering concepts at a
high level with both internal and external resources, as
required
- Responsible for spends of about $40 million and identifying
annual cost savings
- Successfully build and maintain contacts and relationships
which span country and/or regional borders, as work may cross
countries or global regions
- Support special projects and the continuous improvement of
processes and systems
- Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Materials Management, Finance,
Engineering, or Operations
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional procurement
role with exposure to a variety of manufacturing processes and
indirect commodities
- Experience sourcing products overseas (globally) is
preferred
- Ability to speak and/or read multiple languages preferred
- CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) preferred
- Extensive knowledge of all aspects of business operations,
including finance, accounting, legal, materials management,
engineering, quality, manufacturing, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to perform cost analysis
- Proven negotiation skills
- Understanding of prepared financial statements and ability to
interpret and assign meaning to income statements, cash flow
statements, and balance sheets
- Strong and consistent attention to detail
- Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
- Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within
constantly changing priorities
- Creative and innovative team player
- Intermediate computer skills are required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Sound judgment with the ability to make timely decisions
- Able to:
- Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure
environment
- Deal effectively with a variety of individuals at all
organizational levels
- Strong:
- Communication skills, verbal and written
- Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Willing to:
- Maintain a flexible and extended work schedule as needed to
accomplish objectives
- Improve self / area / company (including pursing additional
training, if needed)
- Travel as needed, including internationally
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally
diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or
status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local
law.
About The Shyft GroupThe Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) is North
America's leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly and
upfit for the commercial, retail and service specialty vehicle
markets.The Shyft Group and our brands are as driven as our
associates. Every person behind our badge is given the tools they
need to make a positive contribution to the company, their
community, and their families. Across eight go-to-market brands, in
ten states and two countries, we have over 3,000 dedicated
employees working as one to lead with innovation, ingenuity, and a
dedication to quality craftsmanship.The Shyft Group rebranded in
2020 to reflect a new focus on high-growth end markets to help
ensure long-term profitable growth. Our name and renewed focus
reflect the action, speed, and agility we offer the commercial
vehicle industry through our growing roster of brands Utilimaster,
Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, and
Builtmore Contract Manufacturing.by Jobble
Keywords: The Shyft Group, Elkhart , Strategic Commodity Manager, Executive , Elkhart, Indiana
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