Commodity Manager

This is a position in Milgard Support Center managing PVC compounds, outsourced vinyl extrusion purchases, microingredients, indirect sourcing and any other commodities as assigned for multiple MITER manufacturing locations, reporting to a MITER Support Center Director of Strategic Sourcing. The primary focus of the position is to plan, organize and manage strategic activities surrounding the acquisition of assigned categories for MITER. This person will work closely with location supply chain, materials, production and quality teams to achieve low costs and continuous quality improvement, along with delivery and lead time performance improvement.

Pay Range: 90k - 113K, depending on experience

Responsibilities could also include planning for and executing the procurement of direct material required to support production at several remote production facilities for one or more specific commodities, ensuring an extremely high service level to the production floor while minimizing inventory levels.

Responsibilities include

Develop and implement global sourcing plans and strategies for the assigned categories
Build strong relationships with the MITER, Mi, and Milgard Support Centers and production locations leadership and procurement personnel as well as within supplier-partner organizations
Evaluate the current supplier base: examine the breadth and depth, specialization, unique capabilities, redundancy, quality standards, and potential opportunities for cost reductions
Collaborate negotiation process including specification of service, quality, pricing and terms and conditions for assigned goods and services from supplier-partners
Development, review and implementation of contracts
Monitor MITER performance as well as the performance of supplier partners and initiate corrective action as necessary
Insure appropriate resources at MITER locations are aligned, deployed, and operating in accordance with the business strategy to achieve the targeted results
Provide timely communications and data regarding supplier-partners and key issues
Execute the tactical purchasing functions needed to support MITER production facilities for one or more commodities
Monitor the inventory level for assigned commodities, balancing a high level of customer service with a responsible inventory level
For the assigned commodities, assume ownership of the relationship between the supplier-partner and MITER; managing quality issues, helping support new product introductions, scheduling business reviews, and owning the overall communication flow with assigned supplier-partners
Evaluate usage patterns at the locations together with sales forecast information to establish reorder point levels; calculate and provide forecast information to supplier-partners as needed
Work across a matrix organization, providing customer service to MITER locations while ensuring they support Support Center purchasing initiatives and decisions
Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical behavior in all interactions with MITER personnel and external suppliers

Qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor s degree
An MBA or advanced degree is preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience related to procurement in a corporate environment
Well-versed in the procurement of goods and services, preferably chemicals and/or compounds and indirect experience a plus.
Experience in the development and implementation of business strategies
Demonstrated success in achieving results through collaboration with organizations not under your management responsibility (effective salesmanship of ideas and plans)
Demonstrated successful leadership experience
Strong business and financial acumen
Experience in the development, negotiation and implementation of contracts and deployment of supply chain processes and best practices for an organization of a similar size and scope
Demonstrated experience in influencing, developing and motivating people from diverse backgrounds; able to lead cross-functional business teams
Demonstrated people leadership skills; developing direct reports and others
Working knowledge of ERP applications
Working knowledge of quality systems, lean and continuous improvement processes, and project management processes
Thorough knowledge and application of budgeting, financial analysis and cost control practices
Ability to travel

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. Our medical plans include a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) option to help you save on healthcare costs. Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

Medical plans with HRA or HSA options

Prescription

Dental

Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Company-paid Short-Term Disability

Company-paid Long-Term Disability

Paid time off (PTO), including Vacation, Personal, and eight paid Holidays

401k retirement plan with company match

MITER Brands is an equal opportunity employer. MI Windows and Doors does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.

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