Global Commodity Manager

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Global Commodity Manager
West (Singapore)

Responsibilities:

•  Develop global commodity strategy and infrastructure that supports the business and growth plans.
• Responsible for integrating global spending and supply-base by understanding cross-entities requirements and capabilities, develop and execute with the entities on the strategies for a defined group of commodities.
• Demonstrate expertise in assigned commodities and fully competent in all aspects of supply chain management.
• Analyze market conditions and implement supply chain strategies to assure supply and price competitiveness.
• Engage with engineering and quality teams to ensure sourcing strategy is aligned and capitalized on suppliers technology / product roadmaps to drive innovation
• Develop effective relationships with various business units to ensure that the supply chain management is fully involved with new business opportunities.
• Develop and enhance supplier relationships at global level – supplier contact / senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metric management.
• Ensure steps are taken to prevent and solve any potential material shortages through market report, alternative proposal and global allocation.
• Generate new, innovative and entrepreneurial ideas and suggestions for improvement.
• Demonstrate commitment by exceeding customer expectations.
• Define and execute negotiation strategy, negotiation schedule and supplier selection criteria.
• Ensure the efficient and timely exchange of knowledge and information within the group to ensure best practices are shared.

Requirements:

•  Degree or Diploma or its equivalent in Supply Chain/Materials Management /Engineering
• Minimum 10 years in related experience in manufacturing, materials management, negotiation cost reduction activities and materials planning
• Solid experience in sourcing metal and other raw materials is a must
• Ability to self-direct and manage multiple deadline-driven projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate good analytical, planning, negotiation and interpersonal skill with good business acumen
• Effective professional written and verbal communication skills. Written and spoken languages – English and Mandarin are essential, to liaise with Mandarin speaking associates
• Willing to travel, whenever required

Closing Date: 01-10-12

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