Sr. Commodity Manager

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

RegO is the premier manufacturer of gas control products to the industrial gas and liquefied cryogenic liquids industry worldwide. RegO manufactures an extensive variety of gas and liquid pressure controls, pressure regulating products, pressure relief devices, and a broad range of ancillary equipment.  Our products are found in a wide spectrum of industries including health care, aerospace, electronics, chemicals, energy, food and beverage, industrial gas and liquids, and alternative fuels such as LNG. RegO is recognized as a world leader in product quality and innovation with unsurpassed product design and manufacturing with facilities located in North Carolina, Ohio, Mexico, Germany, and China. RegO is strategically located in four countries and positioned to support our products through a network of authorized distributors and strategic alliances with OEM vessel and system manufacturers throughout the world. To learn more about RegO, please visit our website at: http://www.regoproducts.com

Scope

Under the direction of the Sr. Supply Chain Director, the Commodity Manager will have commercial responsibility of greater than $20 million in direct spend over ~4 plants located in North America. Key categories include brass, ductile iron forgings, castings and raw bar stock.

The Commodity Manager will elaborate strategy plans, budgets, long-term value initiatives reporting and communicating with business and senior management.

Primary responsibilities

The Commodity Manager will provide a strategic approach to the total cost of ownership of her/his categories, balancing requirements such as cost, quality, service, safety, and security of supply.

In collaboration with operations, R&D, sales and Marketing, the Commodity Manger will identify synergies, standardization opportunities and will lead cross-functional projects. She/he will also work together with Logistics to optimize the freight costs and patterns pertaining her/his categories.

The Commodity Manager will support documenting and implementing processes, systems, technology, policy, and governance for sourcing.

She/he will conduct contract and supplier management ensuring process and regulations' compliance. The Commodity Manger will leverage incentives and suppliers with long term agreements and partnerships, considering risk management strategies and security of supply with terms, innovation, conditions, contingencies, and other remedies.

Ensuring contract terms are aligned with our business requirements. Measuring performance and maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure efficient service and problem resolution.

Continuously work on cost optimization by implementing RFPs, VMI solutions, economies of scale analyses, should-cost models, supplier consolidation, low-cost country sourcing, preferred supplier programs, product/vendors development, e-Auctions, and raw material index agreements. Conduct market analysis, peer company benchmarking and risk analyses by category.

Work as part of a cross functional team for new product development ensuring all sourcing activities meet the project timelines and goals.

The commodity manager will also manage for the CO process related to their specific commodities and will be responsible for completing or implementing all sourcing improvement activities.

Supporting the purchasing and planning teams by monitoring supplier performance and addressing supply and/or quality issues.

Investigate pricing/invoicing discrepancies to determine corrective actions with Accounts Payables. Maintain accurate, up to date pricing, across multiple ERP systems

Responsible for maintaining monthly supplier scorecards and conducting quarterly business reviews, which drive supplier development activities.

Professional Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain required. MBA, CPM, CPSM or other procurement and/or supply chain certification preferred.

5+ years of professional experience in manufacturing organizations, procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management and leading cross-functional projects.

Sourcing experience on chemicals, metals and manufactured machined products preferred.

Expertise in negotiations and contracting, including should-cost models, multi-year contracts, complex terms and conditions, performance incentives, risk management, e-sourcing, Tri-lateral negotiations.

Ability to analyze market trends, pricing data, and supplier performance and create sustainable action plans to mitigate risk and improve key KPI’s.

Proficient with MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems

Periodic travel to supplier’s domestic and international manufacturing sites, ap

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

Salary Range :    -   

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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This position may be located in: Americas : United States : North Carolina : Elon

Sub Division : PES - North America

Job Requisition ID : 60596

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