Commodity Manager

Job Title: Commodity Manager Department: Business and Finance | Purchasing Responsible for leveraging the assigned university's spend by establishing best value contracts for the enterprise. Duties include: researching suppliers across the marketplace, defining specifications, sourcing and spend management strategies; soliciting, evaluating and awarding bids for goods and services that leverage enterprise-wide spend; works in conjunction with Sourcing counterparts and analysts to conduct front-end strategic assessment of business best-value service and opportunities, proposal preparation, negotiation and award of contracts; establishes, tracks and monitors supplier performance standards; mentors staff on strategic purchasing processes and buying techniques; may provide functional and/or administrative supervision to other purchasing team members; identifies and makes suggestions for cost savings and process improvement projects using internal and/or external cross- functional teams to benefit the University enterprise-wide; champions strategic sourcing initiatives and the coordination of expertise to drive the entire procure to pay process; responsible for taking available data and analyzing for "ideal" state outcomes; collaborates with internal customers and suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs; addresses quality, delivery, service and price; reports annual savings and avoidance totals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, supply chain management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; Six (6) years of sourcing experience; ability to successfully lead projects and negotiate with cross functional teams and suppliers; strong analytical and independent decision making skills; ability to multi-task; self-starter; think proactively; demonstrated experience creating best value bids for a variety of products/services; experience performing data analysis; excellent interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially strong Excel skills. Desired Qualifications: Experience in a Sourcing position for a large and complex organization; experience with e-procurement, Ariba, WorkDay, or similar Sourcing software, tools and technology (i.e., electronic bidding, reverse auctions etc.); experience performing RFXs; business writing skills; ability to drive results; creative problem-solving skills. Function: Supply Chain Sub-function: Sourcing Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized Career Level: S4 Additional Information: The Target Hiring Range for this position is $103,000 to $134,500 per year. Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Location: Stores and Receiving (0381) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including: Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost. Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays. State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions. As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr