Global Commodity Manager - Metal Fabrication

Generac Power Systems Inc; Fond du Lac (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, 401k

Onsite gym and walking trails

Free parking

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc is seeking a Global Commodity Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationships across worldwide operations. You will own commodity strategy, engage cross-functionally to drive value, and manage supplier performance to improve cost, quality and risk profiles.

Ideal candidates have a track record in strategic sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to travel internationally up to 30% while guiding multi-team initiatives across the supply base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• 6 years’ experience in strategic sourcing, supplier quality or operational management.
• Ability to travel both domestic and internationally, up to 30% of the time.
• Demonstrated skills in cost reduction and bidding techniques to maximize value.
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers.
• Knowledge of supplier contracts, product conformity and quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Champion supplier development and quarterly business reviews.
• Define and communicate the commodity strategy.
• Ensure procurement compliance with regulations and standard practices.
• Evaluate suppliers to improve service levels and total cost.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements for maximum value and high inventory turns.
• Optimize supply chain from suppliers to customers with lead time reduction.
• Lead cross-functional teams on quality, price, inventories and availability.
• Report on supplier/commodity market analysis and trends.
• Participate in supplier quality audits and update supplier scorecards.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Cross-functional leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Global Commodity Manager

The Global Commodity Manager is responsible for the strategic management of assigned commodities and products worldwide by working with cross-functional teams and owning the commodity strategy, supplier relationship and the supplier performance. This role also manages the execution of sourcing strategies that produce tangible value through the implementation of process and projects that yield a reduced total cost of material acquisition, revenue and gross margin improvement, supply base alignment, enhanced product quality, and overall reduction of risk

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Champion supplier development and quarterly business reviews.
• Define and communicate the commodity strategy.
• Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws related to procurement practices and in accordance with standard practices.
• Evaluate current and new suppliers to develop and improve service levels in search of continuous improvements regarding total cost and efficiency.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements to obtain the maximum value for each dollar of expenditure and focus on obtainment of high inventory turns.
• Optimize the supply chain of goods and services from our suppliers through to our customers by focusing on lead time reduction.
• Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams related to quality, price, inventories and availability of materials.
• Report on supplier and commodity market analysis by monitoring trends.
• Participate in Supplier quality audits for conformance to corporate requirements.
• Own and update the supplier scorecards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
• 6 years’ experience in strategic sourcing, supplier quality or operational management
• Ability to travel both domestic and internationally, up to 30% of the time

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in cost reduction and bidding techniques to maximize value
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing techniques including strategic supplier concepts
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of supplier contracts, product conformity, quality tool box, and problem solving methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to assess critical market dynamics, including end to end industry assessments and analysis of the competitive landscape for engines
• Ability to identify market and supply risks / liabilities and develop contingency plans
• Track, report, and reconcile all material price variation (EPPV) and purchase price variation (APPV) to financial teams
• Highly self-motivated, ability to work well under pressure, maintain composure during rapidly changing situations, analyze situations and take effective actions to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• ERP knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of different metal fabrication processes
• Previous experience with commodity management continuous improvement, Six Sigma Concepts and methodologies
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Great Reasons to Work for Generac

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)

Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days. Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day. Product loan and discount programs

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.