Commodity Manager

Location: Ipswich Salary: Competitive salary packageSummary: An opportunity to join a division of a well established innovative global manufacturing business as a Commodity Manager, taking responsibility for developing and executing commodity supply strategy which will deliver optimum quality and cost effective products and customer service.Key Responsibilities:Lead and execute procurement and supply chain strategy for your assigned commoditiesManage tender processes, analysis and contract negotiations encompassing total cost, risk, quality and delivery Supplier performance management, in collaboration with Business Units, and resolution of issues, revision of supplier strategiesLead key supplier business reviews to assess quality, delivery, cost and service performance, strategic initiatives and alignment with the businessSkills and Experience:5+ years'' experience in a similar global procurement, commodity, supply chain roleDemonstrated experience in best practice supplier performance management to drive continuous improvementsExcellent negotiation and contract management skillsExperienced in implementing Lean concepts (5S, Kaizen Leadership, Value Stream Mapping etc.)Strong relationship building and influencing skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levelsDegree qualified in Engineering, Business or Technical preferred, or equivalent experienceProcessing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and ..... full job details .....