Associate Commodity Manager
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Job Location:
Elyria, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Associate Commodity Manager is responsible for developing and executing costreduction and commodity strategies across assigned categories and locations. This role leads supplier strategy global sourcing initiatives and supply chain efficiency efforts using tools such as reverse auctions leveraging VA/VE and datadriven analysis. You will partner with crossfunctional and supplier teams to deliver cost quality and performance improvements while managing commodities on a worldwide basis for the RIDGID/Greenlee organization.
In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Develop and execute longterm supplier strategy deployment cost models opportunity assessments supplier financial analysis negotiations longterm contracts continuous improvement initiatives and supplier relationship development.
- Identify and develop efficient highquality domestic or global supply sources with attention to supply base rationalization.
- Manage commodity spend using sophisticated data systems tools and databases focusing on risk price quality delivery lean supply chain performance ROTC and working capital.
- Lead crossfunctional teamsincluding suppliersto implement commodity strategies costsavings initiatives or supply transitions.
Maintain strong knowledge of commodity trends including industry developments cost drivers global pricing material lead times and manufacturing processes. - Negotiate long-term agreements with competitive pricing payment terms quality expectations and delivery requirements aligned with company policies.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that support lowest total cost high product quality and excellent service.
Lead root cause analysis for supplier delivery or quality issues and implement corrective actions through supplier improvement plans. - Participate in New Product Development teams and Emerson commodity teams supporting alignment and consensusbuilding.
- Support and conduct reverse auctions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Travel up to 15% to support domestic initiatives.
Who You Are:
You excel in fastpaced environments and stay effective when balancing shifting priorities. You approach challenges with curiosity and persistence exploring multiple perspectives to identify practical solutions. You build strong relationships by communicating clearly and involving others in decisions and you help create a climate where people feel respected and valued. You are comfortable working with minimal oversight and take initiative to drive decisions and meaningful outcomes.
For This Role You Will Need:
- Bachelors degree in supply chain operations or a related discipline.
- 2 years of procurement experience in a highpaced multilocation environment.
- Selfdriven resultsoriented and motivated to work effectively without direct supervision.
- Techsavvy with experience using Word Excel PowerPoint JDE/SAP/QlikView Portal Insight IBEE and Team Center.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Analytical skill set paired with intellectual curiosity for identifying root causes and improved countermeasures. - Strategic thinking ability with a forwardlooking approach and vision for longterm goals.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Knowledge of purchasing systems and principles including lowcost country sourcing auctions VA/VE and leveraging tools (such as JD Edwards).
- Comprehensive knowledge of selected commodities.
- Strong project management and team leadership skills with the ability to build support for change at all organizational levels.
Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson we foster a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered. We believe that innovation is strengthened by diverse perspectives inclusive collaboration and a culture that encourages continuous learning. You will have access to mentorship training and development opportunities designed to help you grow and make a lasting impact.
We also prioritize employee wellbeing with flexible competitive benefits that support physical mental financial and social needs. These offerings include medical dental and vision coverage an Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition programs and more. Our flexible timeoff plans include paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Fashion Retail
- Customer Service
- Hospitality Experience
- Store Management Experience
- Assistant Manager Experience
- Management Experience
- Retail Sales
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
- Retail Management
About Company
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