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Strategic Commodity Specialist

2 months ago

Waller, United States Daikin Full time
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the formulation and implementation of commodity strategies for designated categories.
  • Provide analytical insights to support all commercial negotiations and supplier selection processes within assigned categories.
  • Guide and mentor a team of procurement professionals; cultivate a culture focused on excellence and results. Ensure clarity in objectives and adherence to established processes.
  • Oversee supplier relationships, including performance assessments, and manage the execution of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) reviews.
  • Contribute to global synergy initiatives for the direct materials division concerning assigned categories.
  • Develop and maintain a pipeline of cost-saving initiatives aimed at achieving sustainable productivity improvements.
  • Monitor and promote dual sourcing strategies to mitigate supplier risks.
  • Champion and implement continuous improvement processes.
  • Oversee the execution and reporting of supplier contracting initiatives.
  • Assist senior management in crafting commodity strategy documents and long-term growth plans.
  • Responsible for weekly reporting on all financial savings initiatives related to assigned categories.
Scope of Role:
  • Provides strategic direction and oversight.
  • Performance is evaluated based on the achievement of set goals and objectives.
  • Maintains ongoing communication with procurement leadership regarding purchasing activities.
  • Engages in strategic sourcing with a commercial focus.
Required Knowledge & Skills:
  • Intermediate experience in commodity management.
  • Adept at thriving in a dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, logistics, and sales.
  • Proven leadership capabilities in employee development, goal setting, and performance management.
  • Demonstrated negotiation skills and vendor relationship management.
  • Strong project management abilities.
  • High attention to detail, with robust analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Ability to formulate and balance both short-term and long-term strategies.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, coupled with strong business acumen.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
Experience Required:
  • Minimum of 5 years in commodity management or strategic sourcing roles.
  • Proven track record of increasing spend management responsibilities.
  • At least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
Educational Background:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
Must be capable of fulfilling essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Occasional travel may be required.

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