Global Commodity Manager
Job Posting for Global Commodity Manager at Itron, Inc.
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Itron is looking for a Global Commodity Manager to join its global procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for:
Direct ownership of partner relationship
Researching and sourcing suppliers for defined commodities
Own the management of the PSL (Preferred Supplier List) program for defined commodities
Identify alternative sources that provide both strategic & opportunistic PPV benefits for Itron
Financial review of supplier metrics, detailed cost analysis on suppliers' RFQ responses, and developing &
communicating recommendations for management review and approval
Conduct supplier selection and negotiations to deliver contractual agreements with preferred suppliers in accordance with defined category strategy
Provide external marketplace knowledge of the latest category dynamics, trends, benchmarks, and best practices
Experience:
- 5 years of experience in electronic components and/or mechanical commodity sets.
- Required skills:
- Tech and/or Industrial market understanding, including current market intelligence
- Strong pricing negotiation skills
- Sales experience negotiating with procurement organizations a plus!
- Track record of meeting price-down goals (5% quarter over quarter reductions)
- Data-driven decision making and execution
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in related field. Post graduate degree highly preferred.
Key intangibles:
- Self-starter with assertive approach
- Solid understanding of the electronics market and can leverage industry connections
- Strong sense of team, comfortable with debate and buying in to aligned strategies
- Strong presentation skills influencing CPO / SVP decision makers
- Strong analytical skills
Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship, sex (including gender identity, gender expression and pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, mental or physical disability including medical condition), genetic information or other status protected by law. If you require an accommodation in order to apply to this position, please contact your local recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email .
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety and promote the well-being of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. Join us: .
Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law.
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