Commodity Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all aspects of the assigned commodities via strategic supplier management
• Identify and develop the current supply base and potential suppliers for each commodity through supplier strategies aligned within the business unit
• Drive current and new launch cost reduction opportunities via strategic sourcing, negotiation, and projects
• Monthly forecast and tracking of spend and savings
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with responsible scope of buy – ensure supply is protected
• Lead supplier negotiations, including contract management and development agreements
• Obtaining Motus Sourcing Board approval for all new sourcing actions
• Utilize supplier scorecards to communicate performance versus expectations monthly
• Forecast materials market movements and develop mitigation plans to smooth volatility
• Ensure that price changes aligned to contracts, and raw material index are accurate and timely
• Analyze and intelligently execute tradeoffs between unit prices and working capital/inventory
• Support current production and new launch activities (Quotes, Purchase Orders, Reports, etc)
• Establish “target pricing” (pre-program award)
• Manage key internal stakeholders to achieve alignment on continuous improvement opportunities
• Prepare and present executive communications on an as-needed basis

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, or engineering
• 3-7 years’ experience related to Purchasing, Materials Management, or other Supply Chain area
• Automotive industry background
• Outstanding communication, detail oriented, self-driven, professional written skills, and negotiation skills are essential for success in this position
• Understanding of PLEX ERP software a plus
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to travel up to 30% is required
• Local to Michigan or South Carolina preferred; hybrid or remote work negotiable

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