Strategic Commodity Manager (First Round Interview Onsite)

Job Title: Strategic Commodity Manager Employment Type: 12+ Months (High possibility of Extension or conversion to full-time based on individual performance and business needs) Skills / Qualifications Advanced Microsoft Excel skills ERP systems (SAP) Problem Solving Skills / Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and/or MBA in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations, Engineering, or related degree 10 years of working experience 7+ years of working experience in the Semiconductor Equipment industry is a plus Strong experience in negotiating various types of contractual agreements Strong SAP experience Experience working with global suppliers Demonstrated experience working successfully in a matrix organization Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint. Responsibilities: Develop a 3-year vision, strategy, and organizational structure for assigned commodities. The strategy should enhance competitive differentiation and address commodity availability, quality, and cost. Your focus area will be managing commodities that include OEM parts. You will be responsible for architecting and delivering a complete end-to-end strategy that supports the company's 3-year horizon: Supplier selection (Expansion & consolidation) that meets business needs Deliver & focus supplier investments (R&D & capacity expansions) that are aligned with the company's needs Responsible for commercial negotiation that results in achieving annual objectives for cost, quality, lead time & flexibility. Leading Execute the vision and implement the strategy by gaining executive alignment and motivating and engaging the workforce to fulfill the vision. Lead sourcing negotiations. Drive business processes that enable effective prioritization and facilitate faster customer solutions. Provide inspired leadership and direction to the global supply chain organization. Continue to build and develop a world-class supply chain Instill a culture of quality and discipline into all of our suppliers. Managing in a complex environment Build and maintain a strong supply chain to support company's ramping demand Manage supplier relationships to deliver negotiated value Develop strong, collaborative, and effective relationships with the internal product groups. Make decisions under pressure, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure. Successfully operate across boundaries and prioritize the activities of the organization to achieve best-in-class results. Develop and present meaningful and impactful messages to a wide array of audiences: Leadership, Global Supply Chain, Suppliers, and Customers Education: Bachelor's degree and/or MBA in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations, Engineering, or related degree #J-18808-Ljbffr PrideNow