Commodity Manager

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Commodity Manager to join the Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) Pass & Seymour Team. This is a remote position in Dallas, TX, Tijuana, Mexico, or Monterrey, Mexico. The Commodity Manager will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for aluminum and fasteners across multiple businesses. Additionally, they will lead negotiations and contract development, achieve year-on-year improvement on total cost of ownership, monitor and drive supplier performance, manage supplier relationships for a portfolio of direct material commodities and improve working capital through inventory reduction and payment term improvements.

What Will You Do?

• Develop comprehensive supply chain strategies for assigned commodities that address quality, delivery, cost, inventory, sustainability and new product development.
• Review and analyze current cost/spend for commodities, identify cost reduction opportunities, generate RFQ's, lead negotiations, manage supplier transitions and collaborate with engineering on VA/VE projects to achieve annual cost savings objectives.
• Determine capacity of suppliers, understand their ability to support the business unit’s demand plan and drive actions to ensure service level goals are achieved.
• Negotiate, develop and maintain purchasing contracts, non-disclosure agreements and supplier stocking agreements for assigned commodities.
• Oversee the management of supplier relationships in order to ensure that the organization receives maximum value in terms of price, quality, service, and reliability. Collaborate with suppliers and utilize lean tools to reduce lead-times and improve supplier performance.
• Manage issues affected by market conditions and crisis situations as the need arises. Provide leadership and communication to appropriate interdepartmental personnel and suppliers to mitigate risk.

Required Skills

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science or other technology related discipline.

Experience:

• 5+ years Procurement/Sourcing experience
• ISM/APICS affiliation or certification a plus

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Ability to lead, manage, and direct multifunctional project teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Able to effectively manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to new opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in negotiation, change management, and influencing skills.
• Exceptional computer skills, extensive knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and data base software.
• Strong analytical skills and proven ability to effectively research and summarize information in an effective manner and make recommendations based upon analysis.
• Highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior as a sourcing professional.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems Division

Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world.  Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential.  For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devices  

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