Associate Commodity Manager
Position Description:
At a GlanceLegrand has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Commodity Manager to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Team in Concord, North Carolina.
The successful candidate will be responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the Company's needs for select production materials, fixed assets and tooling, and indirect materials and services.
These products and services are to be secured at cost, quality, and delivery competitive levels consistent with Company policy and performance standards.
The position is further responsible for cost reduction project management to deliver P&L savings to meet goals established annually.
What Will You Do? Initiates purchase orders and amendments for indirect material (parts, services, supplies, equipment, and special tools).
Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers; identifies new potential suppliers, and recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities (excluding PFR).
Works with suppliers to develop effective transportation/logistics solutions, inventory management programs, and lead time reduction activities to support the company's service and working capital goals.
Writes/updates standard work and policies for all purchasing related activities.
Develops, distributes, and communicates weekly and monthly purchasing reports.
Updates pricing, lead-times, minimum buy quantities and terms in the Material Master file as required.
This includes the annual review of material costs and ensuring new material standards that are set for the following year are accurate.
Supports new product launches by ordering samples, coordinating first article submissions with suppliers, and ensuring material is available for pilot runs.
Works to advance enterprise-wide sourcing programs as appropriate.
Coordinates cost savings projects from floor with Commodity Manager to drive plant cost savings.
Reduces non value added tasks and finds ways to automate as possible.
Drives continuous improvement.
Performs other similar and related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Required SkillsEDUCATION:
BS in business or related or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
3-5 years of purchasing experience of progressing responsibility for purchasing and materials control in a manufacturing environment.
SKILLS/KNOWELDGE/ABILITIES:
MS Excel, Access, Word, PowerBi, Powerpoint Knowledge of strategic sourcing processes and cost-reduction techniques.
Must be a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization.
Must be able to work independently as well as within a variety of teams.
Must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and establish proactive corrective actions.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with total landed cost.
Understanding of Inco terms and international trade practices.
Preferred SkillsProfessional Certifications:
ISM or APICS certifications a plus.
Company Info:
About LegrandRepresenting 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/enAbout Legrand North and Central AmericaLegrand 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.
usAbout Legrands Electrical Wiring Systems DivisionLegrands 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.
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com/legrandNAEqual Opportunity Employer Recommended Skills Analytical Automation Business Process Improvement Communication Ms Access Manufacturing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
At a GlanceLegrand has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Commodity Manager to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Team in Concord, North Carolina.
The successful candidate will be responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the Company's needs for select production materials, fixed assets and tooling, and indirect materials and services.
These products and services are to be secured at cost, quality, and delivery competitive levels consistent with Company policy and performance standards.
The position is further responsible for cost reduction project management to deliver P&L savings to meet goals established annually.
What Will You Do? Initiates purchase orders and amendments for indirect material (parts, services, supplies, equipment, and special tools).
Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers; identifies new potential suppliers, and recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities (excluding PFR).
Works with suppliers to develop effective transportation/logistics solutions, inventory management programs, and lead time reduction activities to support the company's service and working capital goals.
Writes/updates standard work and policies for all purchasing related activities.
Develops, distributes, and communicates weekly and monthly purchasing reports.
Updates pricing, lead-times, minimum buy quantities and terms in the Material Master file as required.
This includes the annual review of material costs and ensuring new material standards that are set for the following year are accurate.
Supports new product launches by ordering samples, coordinating first article submissions with suppliers, and ensuring material is available for pilot runs.
Works to advance enterprise-wide sourcing programs as appropriate.
Coordinates cost savings projects from floor with Commodity Manager to drive plant cost savings.
Reduces non value added tasks and finds ways to automate as possible.
Drives continuous improvement.
Performs other similar and related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Required SkillsEDUCATION:
BS in business or related or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
3-5 years of purchasing experience of progressing responsibility for purchasing and materials control in a manufacturing environment.
SKILLS/KNOWELDGE/ABILITIES:
MS Excel, Access, Word, PowerBi, Powerpoint Knowledge of strategic sourcing processes and cost-reduction techniques.
Must be a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization.
Must be able to work independently as well as within a variety of teams.
Must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and establish proactive corrective actions.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with total landed cost.
Understanding of Inco terms and international trade practices.
Preferred SkillsProfessional Certifications:
ISM or APICS certifications a plus.
Company Info:
About LegrandRepresenting 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/enAbout Legrand North and Central AmericaLegrand 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.
usAbout Legrands Electrical Wiring Systems DivisionLegrands 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 http:
//www.
legrand.
ushttp:
//www.
youtube.
com/legrandnahttp:
//www.
linkedin.
com/company/44580http:
//twitter.
com/legrandNAEqual Opportunity Employer Recommended Skills Analytical Automation Business Process Improvement Communication Ms Access Manufacturing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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