Commodity Manager - Hybrid Position
Company: Wahl Clipper Corporation
Location: Sterling
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionWahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer
of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting
opportunity for a team-oriented individual to fill the role of
Commodity Manager at our headquarters in Sterling, Illinois. The
Commodity Manager will be responsible for supplier management,
supplier sourcing and category management duties within assigned
categories of spend. This position manages both value and risk
within the supply base, and ensures that supplier pricing,
processes and quality meet or exceed business requirements. This
position reports to the Director of NA Sourcing. ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:
- Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies of assigned
categories through analysis
- Regularly perform detailed analysis (exchange rates, trade
compliance, industry capacity, price trending data) and other
relevant information for assigned categories. Provide appropriate
and timely visuals.
- Develop, communicate and implement short & long-term category
strategies to lower total cost of ownership and mitigate risk to
the company.
- Develop and manage a cost savings project pipeline that will
deliver YOY savings to the company.
- Lead cross-functional global sourcing projects including new
supplier development, new material trials and other related to
assigned categories.
- Provide alternate materials/supplier recommendations, which may
bring competitive advantage or enhanced risk management to the
company. Work closely with stakeholders to develop new trial and
approval processes.
- Develop and publish reports/dashboards relative to assigned
categories (management team, finance, other).
- Effectively manage supplier selection process to meet category
strategy, quality, service, cost, risk mitigation and supplier
performance goals.
- Collaborate with multiple departments to address performance,
quality and other issues with suppliers within assigned categories.
Manage supplier root cause and corrective action process.
- Manage new product development within assigned categories.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external
stakeholders to ensure all expectations are met for product
launch.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain operations, finance
or other related to business requirements
- Minimum 3-5 years strategic category management/purchasing
experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of supplier management experience
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, supplier audit processes and
CPI methodology
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing and purchasing methodologies
(RFI, RFP, 7-step SS, SRM, category management) and excellent
negotiation skills
- Knowledge of inventory planning techniques
- Proven project management and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail skills
- Ability to be proactive and persistent in a fast paced,
multi-dimensional environment.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across many
functional areas.
- Ability to respectfully challenge status quo where appropriate,
as supported by well-researched data and effectively articulate how
each case will positively affect the company.
- Strong "follow up" mind set and attention to detail. Why
Wahl?We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for
grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the
world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative
clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire
century.Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains
deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the
organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their
great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything
that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.When you
work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of
excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that
focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term
growth.Perks & Benefits:
- BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $10 per week,
INCLUDING pharmacy
- In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics
for as low as $3 per week
- In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per
week for family coverage
- Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
- Biometric testing with wellness credits
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar
year
- Scholarship Program
- Daycare discounts
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative
services and discounts
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Casual work environment
Keywords: Wahl Clipper Corporation, Rockford , Commodity Manager - Hybrid Position, Executive , Sterling, Illinois
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