Commodity Manager
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At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $ billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
We are hiring for a Commodity Manager to join our team based in Burnfoot, Donegal. This position provides leadership, direction and ensures proper execution of material strategies and programs for commodities across Vertiv Europe Switchgear and Busbar Business Unit.
In alignment with the Global and EMEA Procurement team and the Business Unit, the Commodity Manager is responsible to develop and deploy commodity strategy to support Vertiv Europe Switchgear and Busbar business and financial performance.
The Commodity strategy includes coordinating each function to streamline and improve the supply chain performance, including material containment; material productivity, inventory turnover, lead time reduction, supplier development and performance management to improve the business overall customer on-time delivery and financial performance.
Additional responsibilities include: supporting the plants with their material shortages, suppliers’ escalation point with regard to trade and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, as well as system tools implementation.
Responsibilities:
* Directs development of the sourcing strategy consistent with the company’s business plan.
* Develops commodity goals and objectives, manages suppliers and other resources to ensure goals and objectives are met.
* Develops the sourcing strategy for continuous improvements and supply chain cycle time reduction to ensure the on-time delivery of finished product to customers.
* Meets with supplier base to ensure the highest level of service. Works together with the Supply Chain Performance team to develop plans to continually upgrade service level and conduct Quarterly Business reviews with our preferred supplier base.
* Participates on continuous improvement programs – VOS Programs
* Supports company trade, import/export and ESG compliance programs related to supplier selection and management.
* Oversees and ensures the company’s interest and fair business practices per Vertiv Policy deployment are adhered to in contract and agreements with the supplier base (in conjunction with the legal department).
* Reviews, analyzes and recommends changes/enhancements to programs, processes, and policies to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain.
* Implements approved recommendations and ensure compliance with all associated policies and standing operational procedures and regulations.
* Performs other duties and oversees special projects and assignments as may be assigned by Vertiv’s Management.
Education and Certifications:
* Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
Requirements:
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in increasing responsible positions in Procurement, Purchasing, or Operations within manufacturing, service, or engineering environment preferably in international companies
* Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
* Strong Costing knowledge / principles
* Ability to comprehend and interpret engineering drawings, quality systems requirements and customer specifications.
* Global Supply Base knowledge
* Excellent communication and project management skills.
* Proactive and high energy style
Benefits:
* Competitive base salary
* Health Insurance
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* 20 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays
* Dynamic, expanding team with significant opportunities for career progression, international travel, and personal development.
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviours to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
* Customer Focus
* Operational Excellence
* High-Performance Culture
* Innovation
* Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
* Own It
* Act With Urgency
* Foster a Customer-First Mindset
* Think Big and Execute
* Lead by Example
* Drive Continuous Improvement
* Learn and Seek Out Development