Commodity Manager

General Description Support purchasing activities relating to sourcing and services related to Commodity purchasing (Multiple process suppliers related to commodities). Ensure purchasing support to supplier quality activities is adequate. Provide guidance to buyers for purchasing related activities. Develop Commodity strategy for supplier improvement Responsibilities Can replicate roles from Level I & II buyer, plus: Ensure supplier is maintaining agreed upon contractual agreements including cost and capacity. Evaluate Injection molding (Cosmetic, Structural, and assembly) supply base cost model and work together with Costing department to establish North America Standard. Lead Injection molding supply pool strategy and supplier source ability status together with Supplier quality. Lead post SOP cost savings initiatives with strategic supply partners to meet North American profit goals. Lead supplier VA/VE process in Post SOP stages. Can audit suppliers’ process for cost reduction opportunities and lean manufacturing. Work Closely with each assembly plant to address outsourcing strategy of tooling and molds. Job Requirements Work Experience 5-6 years’ experience in automotive materials or purchasing Experience in identifying and developing a Supplier Panel. Education College degree required in relevant field. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to use various Microsoft based programs and or MRP programs Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to analyze complex data. Strong knowledge of injection molding process requirements and terminology (e.g., PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Process Validation, Mold Flow Analysis) #J-18808-Ljbffr