What are the responsibilities and job description for the GCM (Global Commodity Manager) position at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions - External?
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is seeking a Procurement Specialist IV – GCM (Global Commodity Manager). GCM leverage TGCS's spending power to deliver competitive advantage in the form of cost, quality, delivery and technology to our clients and stakeholders. They define and manage effective and influential supplier relationships that enable buyers and sellers to collaborate on a common set of strategies, influence design and exploit innovative opportunities. GCM's drive strategic sourcing initiatives in support of our business needs and provide an ongoing supplier relationship and management role.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for TGCS Self Check Out Systems.
- Background in understanding metal fabrication and plastic molding processes.
- Experience of negotiating and develop appropriate contracts with suppliers.
- Perform all new sourcing activities, drive supplier selection and cost management
- Influence clients' business decisions through effective early client interlock and leveraging of the entire procurement team.
- Establish cost structures (Cost model) for each commodity; understand the cost details in manufacturing, transportation and other portions of end-to-end supply chain.
- Drive cost reductions in an end-to-end supply chain cost view with various ways.
- Supplier relationship management; supplier performance management
- Support TGCS procurement objectives (Annual cost savings target and supply assurance etc.) and sourcing strategy
- Support and manage new product introduction from concept to mass production
- Understand product/commodity technical requirement and industry/marketing environment.
- Support supply assurance/critical order management
- Drive category and spend management reviews
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4-year Degree in Business or related area of study or 4 years prior experience in Procurement/Supply.
- Critical thinking and strong decision-making skills
- Procurement and Supply chain business acumen
- Metal Fabrication and Molding sourcing preferred
- Strong Communication skills(Verbal & Written)
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is a dynamic billion-dollar global company based in Research Triangle Park, NC, providing retail store solutions to your favorite brands. Have you ever been in a hurry and made use of the self-checkout at Lowe's Foods, earned fuel rewards at Kroger, or just paid for purchases at retailers such as Walmart, Michaels, Carrefour, The Gap, Calvin Klein, Boots, Cencosud, BJ's, or Costco? These are just a few examples of our in-store solutions and impressive customer base that made us the world's installed market share leader.
The nature of retail is changing quickly, so if you share our 'Together Commerce' vision of a seamless two-way, participatory shopping experience, let's get together to drive the new economy.
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc. offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package including the following:
- Group health coverage (medical, dental, & vision)
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Pre-tax spending accounts
- 401(k) plan (with company match)
- Company provided life insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee discounts
- Generous paid holiday schedule, paid vacation & sick/personal days
EEO:
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, religious creed, disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation or any other protected factor. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should email benefits@toshibagcs.com to request an accommodation
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:
We at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions firmly believe that our people are an integral part to the success of our customers. Furthermore, we're committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all our people as highlighted by our 5 Core Principles (Create Outreach, Foster Belonging, Unleash Opportunity, Diverse Cultural Engagement and Culture of Transparency). We're passionate about our customers the retail industry and becoming a more responsible company as we help create a brighter future.