Commodity Manager Job at Safran, Sarasota, FL

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  • Safran
  • Sarasota, FL

Job Description

Summary:
The commodity manager is responsible to develop and execute the purchasing strategy for the assigned commodity, taking into consideration site and division objectives to ensure alignment with overall business goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Strategy Development and Implementation:
Define and deploy the purchasing strategy.
Implement a roadmap that aligns with corporate and division objectives across various business lines.
Consolidate and analyze purchasing data.
Monitor market segmentation and trends.
Identify performance improvement drivers, such as operational efficiency and cost savings.
• Supplier Management:
Based on operational performance and competitiveness, define the supplier target panel for the division.
Manage sourcing for current or future business needs in collaboration with the NPI Commodity Manager
Assess and mitigate risks related to the commodity
• Contract Negotiation:
Negotiate long-term and global trade agreements in line with division expectations.
Focus on cost savings, liability and accountability for performance.
Optimize working capital through logistics solutions, safety stock, vendor-managed inventory (VMI), and more.
• Cost optimization & Value creation:
Identify cost saving opportunities without compromising quality or supply chain stability
Implement contract clauses that drive continuous improvement and innovation from suppliers
• Supplier Performance Monitoring:
Consolidate and report on supplier performance for the commodities managed.
Support cross-purchasing initiatives within SEP or Safran Group.

Summary:
The commodity manager is responsible to develop and execute the purchasing strategy for the assigned commodity, taking into consideration site and division objectives to ensure alignment with overall business goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Strategy Development and Implementation:
Define and deploy the purchasing strategy.
Implement a roadmap that aligns with corporate and division objectives across various business lines.
Consolidate and analyze purchasing data.
Monitor market segmentation and trends.
Identify performance improvement drivers, such as operational efficiency and cost savings.
• Supplier Management:
Based on operational performance and competitiveness, define the supplier target panel for the division.
Manage sourcing for current or future business needs in collaboration with the NPI Commodity Manager
Assess and mitigate risks related to the commodity
• Contract Negotiation:
Negotiate long-term and global trade agreements in line with division expectations.
Focus on cost savings, liability and accountability for performance.
Optimize working capital through logistics solutions, safety stock, vendor-managed inventory (VMI), and more.
• Cost optimization & Value creation:
Identify cost saving opportunities without compromising quality or supply chain stability
Implement contract clauses that drive continuous improvement and innovation from suppliers
• Supplier Performance Monitoring:
Consolidate and report on supplier performance for the commodities managed.
Support cross-purchasing initiatives within SEP or Safran Group.

Complementary Description

Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Complementary Description

Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Job Requirements

Required Education and/or Experience
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Purchasing, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in purchasing negotiations within a fast-paced manufacturing sector such as aerospace, automotive, high-tech.
• Proven experience in sourcing or commodity management
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across cultural and geographical borders, ensuring alignment and collaboration within teams.
Required Knowledge/Skills
• Must be a proactive leader.
• Proven negotiation skills and the ability to cultivate and maintain successful supplier relationships.
• Ability to identify, recommend, and implement strategic improvements in organizational structure, procedures, and workflows.
• Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal, with the ability to convey information effectively.
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement tools (Excel)
• Experience in contract management and production-related commodity negotiations.
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and international business teams.

Preferred Qualifications
• At least 4 years of management or supervisory experience working within a matrixed organization and with international teams.
• Extensive knowledge of the aerospace industry, with experience in how the Purchasing and Supply Chain functions support and contribute to overall business objectives.
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical and controlling capabilities.

Work Environment:
Open space office ( sit position 80% of the time) + shop floor eventually + 5-10% of travel

Job Requirements

Required Education and/or Experience
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Purchasing, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in purchasing negotiations within a fast-paced manufacturing sector such as aerospace, automotive, high-tech.
• Proven experience in sourcing or commodity management
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across cultural and geographical borders, ensuring alignment and collaboration within teams.
Required Knowledge/Skills
• Must be a proactive leader.
• Proven negotiation skills and the ability to cultivate and maintain successful supplier relationships.
• Ability to identify, recommend, and implement strategic improvements in organizational structure, procedures, and workflows.
• Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal, with the ability to convey information effectively.
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement tools (Excel)
• Experience in contract management and production-related commodity negotiations.
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and international business teams.

Preferred Qualifications
• At least 4 years of management or supervisory experience working within a matrixed organization and with international teams.
• Extensive knowledge of the aerospace industry, with experience in how the Purchasing and Supply Chain functions support and contribute to overall business objectives.
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical and controlling capabilities.

Work Environment:
Open space office ( sit position 80% of the time) + shop floor eventually + 5-10% of travel

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Work at office,

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