Posted : Tuesday, November 14, 2023 04:29 AM
*H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions.
*Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life.
Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world.
*H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities.
*Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies.
These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader.
*Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V.
*We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect.
We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.
*SUMMARY:* The Commodity Manager is responsible for developing, establishing, and executing optimal commodity & sourcing strategies for global raw materials.
Establish & enhance Supplier relationships through skillful negotiating and relationship development to drive sourcing & supplier initiatives to meet or exceed product quality, service & deliver sustainable cost reductions, and reduce risk in the Supply Chain.
Responsible for collaborating with internal stakeholders and aligning on optimal sourcing strategies to develop and implement a Commodity Strategy for the assigned category.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Identify raw material sourcing strategies, negotiate pricing and delivery to ensure uninterrupted flow of raw material to H&V facilities through effective supply base management.
* Identify alternate suppliers, coordinate qualification trails and supplier workshops with key suppliers.
* Utilize strategic sourcing, make x buy, and total cost analysis strategies to drive suppliers and spend including online auctions to effectively manage the commodities.
* Strategically manage raw materials spend; ensure quality, sourcing and commodity strategies are in place, competitively priced and compliant with any laws/regulations and working capital levels meet or exceed corporate objectives.
* Identify cost savings opportunities and manage cost reduction activities to achieve a min of 5% annual cost reduction goal with supply chain leadership, utilizing a formal strategic sourcing process.
* Collect and analyze market and supplier data, develop sourcing options for review and concurrence by the applicable business unit, and implement approved strategies timely to capture savings and value to the business.
* Gain supplier involvement in supplier management to drive continuous improvement and productivity.
* Lead cross-functional team(s) in the identification of alternative products and suppliers, facilitate qualification trials, and conduct supplier management to drive continuous improvement.
* Work with the regions to ensure the global strategy implementation.
* Be an escalation point for the Supply chain team at the plant levels regarding any supplier related topic.
* Negotiate global contracts.
* Execute and revise the Supplier segmentation process to implement the SRM strategies for all global suppliers * And other related duties as assigned or required.
*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:* * BS/BA degree required.
MBA preferred.
* Minimum of seven (7) years experience in raw material sourcing and procurement, preferably in engineered papers and nonwovens related industry.
* Excellent background in supplier risk management, commodity strategy development/execution, contract negotiations and manufacturing operations.
*SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:* * Analytical mindset and excel skills * Thorough knowledge of suppliers globally and global sourcing strategies; including low cost country sourcing experience, good knowledge of energy and logistic markets.
* Excellent financial acumen, ability to analyze budgets, international exchange rates, and financial ramifications of contracts and the ability to measure success and show results in bottom line.
* Excellent organization capabilities and project management skills.
* Strong negotiation skills * Ability to work in a matrix environment.
* Ability to have continuous improvement mindset *CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:* The person that assumes this role must possess the following personal attributes necessary for success within H&V in order to meet our business objectives: * _Safety Focus_ – The ability and propensity to take the practical actions necessary to ensure that workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses are minimized.
* _Creativity and Innovation_ – The capacity to originate new or radical alternatives to traditional methods, approaches, and products.
* _Customer Service Orientation_ – The ability to identify, understand, and give priority to satisfying the needs of internal and external customers.
* _Quality Orientation_ – The ability and propensity to take action necessary to ensure that all work is completed with accuracy and integrity.
* _Relationship Building_ – The ability and propensity to build and maintain friendly, reciprocal, and warm relationships or networks of contacts with people who are, or might someday be, useful in achieving sales and service-related goals.
* _Change Orientation_ – The ability and propensity to respond positively and appropriately when confronted with the need to change.
* _Achievement Motivation_ – The drive and determination to reject average performance and set challenging goals for self and others at H&V to achieve significant improvements.
*LEADERSHIP-SPECIFIC COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:* As a leader, the person that assumes this role must also possess the following personal attributes necessary for success within H&V in order to meet our business objectives: _Developing Others_ – Give quality time and planned commitment to direct reports, providing processes and opportunities for them to understand their strengths & limitations in relation to a range of high quality and relevant competencies.
_Managing Performance_ – The ability to manage the contribution and performance of individuals and teams to ensure that objectives are achieved and standards met.
_Creating and Communicating a Vision_ – The ability to provide vision, goals, and direction and to inspire, motivate, and empower others to achieve these objectives.
_Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $83,888.
76 - $121,027.
33 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: * East Walpole, MA 02032: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
*Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life.
Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world.
*H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities.
*Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies.
These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader.
*Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V.
*We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect.
We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.
*SUMMARY:* The Commodity Manager is responsible for developing, establishing, and executing optimal commodity & sourcing strategies for global raw materials.
Establish & enhance Supplier relationships through skillful negotiating and relationship development to drive sourcing & supplier initiatives to meet or exceed product quality, service & deliver sustainable cost reductions, and reduce risk in the Supply Chain.
Responsible for collaborating with internal stakeholders and aligning on optimal sourcing strategies to develop and implement a Commodity Strategy for the assigned category.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Identify raw material sourcing strategies, negotiate pricing and delivery to ensure uninterrupted flow of raw material to H&V facilities through effective supply base management.
* Identify alternate suppliers, coordinate qualification trails and supplier workshops with key suppliers.
* Utilize strategic sourcing, make x buy, and total cost analysis strategies to drive suppliers and spend including online auctions to effectively manage the commodities.
* Strategically manage raw materials spend; ensure quality, sourcing and commodity strategies are in place, competitively priced and compliant with any laws/regulations and working capital levels meet or exceed corporate objectives.
* Identify cost savings opportunities and manage cost reduction activities to achieve a min of 5% annual cost reduction goal with supply chain leadership, utilizing a formal strategic sourcing process.
* Collect and analyze market and supplier data, develop sourcing options for review and concurrence by the applicable business unit, and implement approved strategies timely to capture savings and value to the business.
* Gain supplier involvement in supplier management to drive continuous improvement and productivity.
* Lead cross-functional team(s) in the identification of alternative products and suppliers, facilitate qualification trials, and conduct supplier management to drive continuous improvement.
* Work with the regions to ensure the global strategy implementation.
* Be an escalation point for the Supply chain team at the plant levels regarding any supplier related topic.
* Negotiate global contracts.
* Execute and revise the Supplier segmentation process to implement the SRM strategies for all global suppliers * And other related duties as assigned or required.
*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:* * BS/BA degree required.
MBA preferred.
* Minimum of seven (7) years experience in raw material sourcing and procurement, preferably in engineered papers and nonwovens related industry.
* Excellent background in supplier risk management, commodity strategy development/execution, contract negotiations and manufacturing operations.
*SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:* * Analytical mindset and excel skills * Thorough knowledge of suppliers globally and global sourcing strategies; including low cost country sourcing experience, good knowledge of energy and logistic markets.
* Excellent financial acumen, ability to analyze budgets, international exchange rates, and financial ramifications of contracts and the ability to measure success and show results in bottom line.
* Excellent organization capabilities and project management skills.
* Strong negotiation skills * Ability to work in a matrix environment.
* Ability to have continuous improvement mindset *CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:* The person that assumes this role must possess the following personal attributes necessary for success within H&V in order to meet our business objectives: * _Safety Focus_ – The ability and propensity to take the practical actions necessary to ensure that workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses are minimized.
* _Creativity and Innovation_ – The capacity to originate new or radical alternatives to traditional methods, approaches, and products.
* _Customer Service Orientation_ – The ability to identify, understand, and give priority to satisfying the needs of internal and external customers.
* _Quality Orientation_ – The ability and propensity to take action necessary to ensure that all work is completed with accuracy and integrity.
* _Relationship Building_ – The ability and propensity to build and maintain friendly, reciprocal, and warm relationships or networks of contacts with people who are, or might someday be, useful in achieving sales and service-related goals.
* _Change Orientation_ – The ability and propensity to respond positively and appropriately when confronted with the need to change.
* _Achievement Motivation_ – The drive and determination to reject average performance and set challenging goals for self and others at H&V to achieve significant improvements.
*LEADERSHIP-SPECIFIC COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:* As a leader, the person that assumes this role must also possess the following personal attributes necessary for success within H&V in order to meet our business objectives: _Developing Others_ – Give quality time and planned commitment to direct reports, providing processes and opportunities for them to understand their strengths & limitations in relation to a range of high quality and relevant competencies.
_Managing Performance_ – The ability to manage the contribution and performance of individuals and teams to ensure that objectives are achieved and standards met.
_Creating and Communicating a Vision_ – The ability to provide vision, goals, and direction and to inspire, motivate, and empower others to achieve these objectives.
_Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $83,888.
76 - $121,027.
33 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: * East Walpole, MA 02032: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
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• Location : 112 Washington Street, East Walpole, MA
• Post ID: 9004121890