The commodity manager is responsible to define the purchasing strategy for the Company and or the Division
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Strategy Development and Implementation:
Define and deploy the purchasing strategy.
Implement a roadmap that aligns with corporate and division objectives across various business lines.
Consolidate and analyze purchasing data.
Monitor market segmentation and trends.
Identify performance improvement drivers, such as operational efficiency and cost savings.
• Supplier Management:
Based on operational performance and competitiveness, define the supplier target panel for the division.
Manage sourcing for current or future business needs.
Create action plans focused on driving excellence in areas such as Lean Six Sigma, logistics flow, and layout design.
Assess and mitigate risks associated with the commodity.
• Contract Negotiation:
Negotiate long-term and global trade agreements in line with division expectations.
Focus on cost savings, liability, and accountability for performance.
Optimize working capital through logistics solutions, safety stock, vendor-managed inventory (VMI), and more.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring:
Consolidate and report on supplier performance for the commodities managed.
Support cross-purchasing initiatives within SEP or Safran Group.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Education and/or Experience
· A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Purchasing, or a related field, with 8+ years of experience in purchasing negotiations within a fast-paced manufacturing sector such as aerospace, automotive, high-tech, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
· At least 4 years of management or supervisory experience working within a matrixed organization and with international teams.
· Proven experience managing complex commodities in an international setting.
· Demonstrated ability to work effectively across cultural and geographical borders, ensuring alignment and collaboration within teams.
· In-depth understanding of how the purchasing function integrates within broader business operations, including competitors and suppliers.
· Extensive knowledge of the aerospace industry, with experience in how the Purchasing and Supply Chain functions support and contribute to overall business objectives.
Required Knowledge/Skills
· Must be a proactive leader with the ability to make decisions in complex environments.
· Proven negotiation skills and the ability to cultivate and maintain successful supplier relationships.
· Ability to identify, recommend, and implement strategic improvements in organizational structure, procedures, and workflows.
· Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal, with the ability to convey information effectively.
· Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical and controlling capabilities.
· Proficient in managing large Excel and Access databases with extensive data mining experience.
· Experience with lean manufacturing principles, quality systems, and/or process audits.
· Experience in legal contract management and production-related commodity negotiations.
Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and international business teams.
Supervisory Responsibilities
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
· None
Work Environment
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.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
