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We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you're part of building the future. Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovated solutions to complex challenges? Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged? If so, then keep reading.We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.We offer a full array of benefits to our full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and paid holidays.The Commodity Manager (CM) I is an individual who is extremely strategic and forward-thinking. A CM is a subject matter expert who monitors market trends, develops sourcing strategies, and communicates commodity agreements and strategies across the business. The CM will possess a demonstrated competence in development & execution of commodity strategies, negotiation, and supplier assessments. The Commodity Manager will operate in a professional manner with the highest personal integrity.As a Commodity Manager I, you will:Lead current production cost reduction & new program sourcing globally for the commoditiesWork collaboratively with all stakeholders to seek input, common ground, and trust of theCommodity Team to optimize overall impactProcess purchase orders and ensure that supplier is meeting delivery datesDevelop and execute sourcing strategies and plans to leverage Roush’s global buy and optimizetotal supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, and launch)Lead, manage and execute all data collection, validation, analysis, and negotiation activities forthe commoditiesLead the negotiation and management of global strategic supplier contracts & approve anychanges. Manage overall relationship for strategic suppliersCommunicate commodity agreements and strategies to the business globally. Communicateprogress periodically to senior level managers within and outside the companyFacilitate ongoing supplier assessment and performance review meetings, monitor effectivenessof strategy, and make changes where appropriateServe as a resource/expert for the commoditiesTake part in process improvements in conjunction with the team to develop & implement bestpracticesMonitor supply markets and trends and aggregate forecasts & global specificationsApprove all sourcing decisions globallyCost model developmentTo be as considered a Commodity Manager l, you will need:Bachelor’s degree in business-related or technical area6 months experience with cost modeling/cost drivers/cost structures.US CitizenshipDemonstrated competence in negotiating skills and assessing suppliersDemonstrated competence in developing & implementing commodity strategiesPossesses an understanding of industry quality standardsCoordination, facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skillsProfessional verbal and written communication skillsA successful candidate may also have:Cost analysis experienceManufacturing exposure and experience6 months of experience in the automotive industryPeopleSoft experienceMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) experienceTechnical capabilityIf you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: /Visit our website: Like us on Facebook: Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categoriesIf you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at 734-779-7087.SummaryLocation: Livonia, MI, United StatesType: Full TimeExperience: Entry LevelDepartment: Non-Production Purchasing - 8017

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