Commodity Manager

Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

The Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Commodity Manager to oversee the supply of commodities effectively. This role requires establishing contracts and interacting with multiple suppliers within the Fisher Flow Controls Organization to meet performance metrics.

Candidates should have a degree and 2 years of supply chain experience or 4 years of relevant experience. The position highlights a commitment to employee well-being through competitive benefits, promoting work-life balance and fostering a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Four year technical or business degree plus 2 years of experience in supply chain management or 4 years of relevant experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to apply interpersonal skills for effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships within the supply base to ensure Emerson's goals are met.
• Negotiate price, delivery, and other supply terms with suppliers.
• Optimize costs using strategic sourcing processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiating skills

Project management

Conflict management

Education

Four year technical or business degree

Relevant experience in supply chain management

Job description

If you are a supply chain professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. As the Commodity Manager you will be responsible for establishing contracts and ensuring the efficient supply of commodities or commodity groups. You will have full responsibility for their commodities and will report into the Sr. Commodity Manager. The position will interact with numerous suppliers and functions within the Fisher Flow Controls Organization. We look forward to seeing your application!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Establish relationships within supply base to ensure performance metrics are being met to Emerson’s goals
• Performance metrics could include safety, on time delivery, lead time, and quality.
• Work systematically and expertly in a well-documented manner in accordance with the company rules and procedures including adherence to trade compliance (export / import and supply chain security) regulations entirely.
• Optimize costs through effective use of tools and strategic sourcing processes while meeting engineering, quality, and product management specifications and requirements.
• Negotiate price, delivery, payment terms, stocking programs and other terms related to supply in compliance with Emerson standard terms and conditions with suppliers. Ensure contract availability and validity.

Who You Are:

You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You build a plan and outline for various audiences. You anticipate customer needs and provide services that are beyond customer expectations. You use turning points to diligently supervise and manage the progress of the work.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Four year technical or business degree + 2 years of experience in supply chain management OR 4 years of relevant experience
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
• Ability to optimally apply interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships through cross-departmental collaboration
• Must have a passion for supply chain management and prioritize meeting customer needs.
• Understand how to identify root causes of issues and resolve situation with support from peers or manager.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Fosters a collaborative and supportive team environment by actively mentoring and guiding team members, promoting continuous learning, and encouraging professional development opportunities.
• Possess strong negotiating and conflict management skills and ability to sustain networking relationships
• Possess strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management, leadership skills, and managing priorities effectively

Our Offer to You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.