Global Commodity Manager

Job Description For Vacancy No: 63813T

Consultant: Tim Bees

Company Profile:

Our client is a leading manufacturer of Solid-State, Free Electron Technology and Photonics-based products, supplying key components and systems to a diverse range of markets.

Job Location: Essex

Job Position: Global Commodity Manager

Department: Global Purchasing team

Job Status: Permanent Staff Position

Description:

This role will work closely with the SQA Engineers and is responsible for the selection and management of suppliers for specific commodities that in turn support the Purchasing strategies for the business.

The work will be organised to support the Industrial Processing Systems (IPS) business private venture and customer funded programmes in the first instance, expanding to other RFP business units as required.

Experience:

Essential:

Broad experience within complex international operation gained in the field of ‘indirect’ and/or ‘direct’ procurement in the Technology/Engineering/ Electronics sectors.

Preferably High power electrical and electronic, and Microwave/RF industries.

Knowledge of a broad supplier base in the specialist technology design services, electrical and electronic sub-system and systems, design, supply, and integration.

Experience of working with engineering and project management teams to effectively identify and source from innovative suppliers both design services and products to assist in the successful delivery of projects.

Strong communicator with high level of written and verbal skills including writing reports.

Effective global contract negotiator with excellent communication and influencing skills.

Commercial acumen and financial understanding – including legislative requirements.

Ability to understand and proactively manage supplier interfaces against a background of evolving new product design & NPI requirements.

Advanced knowledge of global procurement principles, theories and practices / customs.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to analyse and manipulate data.

Motivated self starter with a flexible approach, ability to work to tight deadlines.

Experience of ERP, ideally SAP and CIPS qualification.

Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally if required.

Responsibilities:

Establish relationships and deliver an effective and efficient service to internal/external customers and suppliers. Resolve supplier quality, serviceability and performance related issues.

Contribute to the development of the purchasing strategy (make, buy, dual sourcing) in conjunction with the SQA Engineers.

Leverage commodity and Global market knowledge to select and choose relevant suppliers capable of delivering products and services with the best balance of cost / quality / services.

Establish a Supplier Roadmap which is aligned with the IPS Business Unit Technology roadmaps. Utilise good practice tools and techniques in the area of Supplier Management.

Select vendors (benchmark, negotiation, qualification) in accordance with our Client’s purchasing strategy and in support with overall business goals.

Manage and monitor conformance to new global pricing agreements.

Implement sourcing strategies/policy to support corporate objectives and provide a competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies and services based on Total Cost of Ownership (cost, quality and service Identify innovative solutions to drive continuous improvement cultures in all aspects of the Procurement process.

Commodity specific liaison to align the sourcing strategy with product life cycle technology plans to optimize PPV (Purchase Price Variance) potential in MRP execution and in compliance to the Preferred Supplier Listings and Supplier Roadmap.

Provide tactical and strategic procurement support for IPS project teams through supplier management and development plus PO placement – ensuring security of supply in line with IPS business objectives.

Gather and report Global market trend information and intelligence for assigned commodities.

Identify, evaluate and develop effective geographic alternative sources and establish cross-functional teams leading to qualification on approved supplier list.

Establish interfaces with Finance, Production and Engineering teams to ensure highest level of support and coordination to business needs. Including an auditable commodity cost model.

Salary/Rate: £42,000 – £54,000

Fringe Benefits:

Stakeholder Pension
25 days holiday
Subsidised restaurant
Save as you earn share scheme
Corporate Gym Membership
On site car parking
Sports and Social Club

Relocation: Assistance may be provided where appropriate

Additional Info: Due to the nature of our client’s work, security clearance will be required so please only apply if you are eligible. (British Passport plus 5 years recent UK residency)