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You will be updated with latest job alerts via email$ 120000 - 134000
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Req ID: 11651
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Sloan is the worlds leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906. We are at the forefront of the green building movement and provide sustainable restroom solutions. We manufacture water- efficient products including flush valves electronic faucets soap dispensing and sink systems along with vitreous china fixtures for commercial industrial and institutional markets worldwide.
The Commodity Manager is based in our Franklin Park IL this role you will be responsible for the strategic development and management of the supply base for commodity(s) used to build our products and maintain facilities. This position is responsible for optimizing costs quality and delivery in the support of Supply Chains customers.
What youll do:
Procures assigned commodities as required through approved sources of supply assuring that the following criteria is met: Competitive pricing On-time delivery (to required support) All engineering and technical criteria is negotiated based on program requirements Blanket and/or long term agreements developed Purchasing policies and procedures are adhered to and Adherence to customer requirements when applicable per contract.
Develop and manage a Supply Base that builds long term strategic relationships with key supply partners that provides Sloan with the best competitive advantage.
Analyze suggest and implement innovative supply opportunities and strategies
Develop system to define expectations and measure supplier performance on Quality logistics Tech; and Cost. Continuously monitor and evaluate Suppliers.
Develop Commodity with all relevant information on the market products and suppliers in order to support procurement and engineering.
Maintain market awareness as to changes in prices trends in supply/demand.
Establish new suppliers as needed for new development programs working with Engineering and Quality to ensure adherence to Sloan requirements.
Interface with Production Planning QA Finance Sales and Engineering to achieve the smooth flow of goods and services to Sloan in order to maintain committed schedules to customers.
Contract Management: Negotiate favorable contracts and Long Term Agreements
Oversee vendor responsibilities outlined in the contract and statement of work.
Be well-versed in key contract terminology.
Maintain aggressive follow-up process to ensure quality and schedule compliance.
Financial/Quantitative Analysis: Understand and develop financial rationale for make vs. buy decisions. Establish and maintain cost reduction and process improvement programs.
Relationship Management: Understand vendor business and internal processes co-develop initiatives to improve communication and transactions be an advocate of the vendor internally and maintain quarterly business reviews with key providers.
Strategic Thinking: Understand how the interrelationship of processes technologies and people create results. Create mutually beneficial opportunities for company and the vendor using this information.
Technical expertise in managed commodity processes capable of understanding and continuously improving supplier value stream.
What we are looking for:
Bachelors Degree
8 Years Buying and/or vendor management experience
Advanced level experience working with SAP ERP Business System.
Demonstrates clear professional and respectful verbal and written communication in all interactions consistent with an inclusive work environment.
Expert level experience working with Microsoft Excel.
Contract negotiation skills
E-Sourcing and/or online reverse auction a plus
Familiarity with commodities to be purchased and market conditions
Flexibility and creativity in developing new methodology and ideas to achieve cost reduction and/or efficiencies in operation
General knowledge of manufacturing basic knowledge of blue prints reading
Knowledge of commodity specific processing and all related information necessary to communicate effectively internally and externally
Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures and corporate national agreements
Knowledge of the mechanics of blanket orders and long term agreements
Low-cost region sourcing experience
Value-Engineering experience
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Why youll love working here:
Inclusive Culture: YOU Belong at Sloan
At Sloan we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced and celebrated. We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression national origin disability age genetic information marital status political affiliation veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
Innovative Projects: Be part of exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology and have make a real difference in the world.
The compensation range for this U.S.-based position is $120000 - $134000 annually.
This position is eligible to participate in the company incentive plan. The terms and conditions of the company incentive plan will be provided to plan participants on an annual basis.
Our compensation range reflects our good faith estimate of what an ideal candidate can expect but final agreed upon compensation will always be based on the individual candidates experience skills qualifications and other job-related or market factors that may prove relevant during the hiring process.
We Are Proud Partners With the Chicago Cubs
We are a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs and we are proud to be the organizations official water efficiency partner! Through this relationship which includes the naming rights to Sloan Park the Cubs Spring Training facility in Mesa Arizona we have had the opportunity to promote our brand and continue our water conservation efforts in the city of Chicago and around the world.
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We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time