$110,000 - $125,000
Job ID: 1017
Will operate as an Indirect Procurement Commodity Senior Manager for a division of an industry leading global manufacturer in the high tech vertical with over $35 billion in sales revenue. Will co-develop, maintain and execute commodity strategies for the assigned supplier portfolio including supplier development, supplier evaluation and contract negotiations. A centralized function and part of a global commodity team consisting of commodity managers & senior buyers continuously interfacing with cutting edge companies & technologies. Will work closely and cross-functionally with Research & Development Engineering, Marketing, Quality & Regulatory, Legal and Operations to provide detailed cost saving opportunities for indirect commodities. This includes BoM savings plan/realization, and seamless integration of new suppliers based on criteria needed to support new product technology requirements, operational responsiveness, and Total Cost of Ownership targets. Objectives are to identify and implement cost down opportunities, supplier performance, and ensure that procurement is occurring from a responsive supply base as aligned with Strategic, Partner, and Commercial classifications for new products as well as existing products with a Total Cost of Ownership in mind.
Background Required:
- Indirect Procurement (5 years’ min) i.e. Computer Hardware, Software and Licensing
- Strong understanding of Licensing and IP aspects
- Demonstrated success on successful negotiations
- History of driving excellence from suppliers (supplier quality and supplier development)
- Strong understanding and use of Total Cost of Ownership decision-making tools
- Experience in a production environment (i.e. highly regulated environment)
- Advanced computer proficient: (Microsoft Office)
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree
- Location: Seattle Washington area (or willing to relocate)
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