Global Commodity Manager (Finance)

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Global Commodity Manager in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing strategic sourcing plans that create maximum benefits for the business.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for commodity strategy related with electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical products and or services including: sourcing strategy, spend segmentation, supply market analysis, supplier capability assessment, supplier recruitment and management, RFI/P/Q development, developing a business case for improved supply and or service, risk assessment and management, while managing assigned commodities or services across multiple sites
• Ability to lead and drive execution of supply chain strategies in a collaborative and multi-site matrix environment to achieve both tactical and strategic goals
• Applies knowledge of commodities/commodity market trends, serves as expert in influencing/leading/driving project implementation of supply chain strategies, and develops short/long-term goals for management consideration in support of customer requirements
• Responsible for multi-site negotiations and executions of sourcing agreements for assigned commodities and/or services
• Negotiates strategic agreements and drives cost, quality, delivery and service improvements across multiple departments and sites continuously
• Uses analytical and qualitative methods to analyze market commodities and product data
• Demonstrates full knowledge and serves as a technical leader for assigned commodities and supply chain services
• Organizes, facilitates and manages cross-functional teams to develop commodity and service strategies
• Works with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams to ensure sourcing decisions achieve overall commodity objectives and all parts for prototype builds are available in advance
• Identifies and helps drive technical root cause and corrective action for assigned product or service responsibilities
• Assures execution of Supplier Guidelines with responsible suppliers in support of various sites

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related Engineering or Operations field AND a minimum of 3 years directly demonstrated experience in managing commodities and/or a combination of related supply chain experience
• Demonstrated experience managing commodities
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills as well as negotiating, analytical and presenting skills
• Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment across multiple time zones while effectively meeting deadlines
• Demonstrated proficient knowledge of the workings of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• Must possess demonstrated knowledgeable of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRPII)/Master Production Schedule (MPS) process
• Demonstrated significant technical knowledge within the commodity managed
• Demonstrated extensive experience assessing requirements, negotiating and executing supply contracts and/or service agreements with a focus on maximizing PPV
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Demonstrated extensive experience assessing all supply chain attributes with a focus on maximizing PPV over long term programs
• Must demonstrate a proven knowledge and understanding of the global markets that impact the managed commodity
• Must demonstrate the ability to understand, analyze and use components of costs in driving cost savings and efficiencies.
• Ability to quickly and efficiently identify new sources and technologies as requested by Engineering Design teams and perform advanced due diligence including technical capabilities, audits, commercial assessments, supply chain verification, capacity constraints and establishing a preferred customer status
• Demonstrated ability to prepare for, coordinate, manage and execute QBR's and Quarterly Negotiations

Desired Qualifications

• Multilingual
• Previous experience in an electronics manufacturing environment

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits