Job Summary
Identify localization opportunities across all commodities in APAC. Lead and drive the implementation of localization projects with cross-function team.
Achieve year-on-year improvement in total cost, quality and supplier performance for assigned commodities. Accountable for execution and implementation of the sourcing and supplier management strategies utilizing cross-functional strategic sourcing teams.
Key Responsibilities
-Identify localization opportunities across all commodities in APAC. Manage local and imported spend database. Work closely with BU, commodity managers/sourcing managers and engineering to identify localization opportunities.
-Coordinate with local and global resources to develop and execute localization plans. 　Maintain the localization project deck. Monitor the localization procedure to ensure smooth material supply.
-Develop the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities. Develop and refine the sourcing strategy with guidance from the Strategic Sourcing Manager and Director, using input from the sourcing team and key global/regional business leaders within the business units. The sourcing strategy will drive the continuous improvement of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the assigned commodities.
-Drive implementation of the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities. Once a sourcing strategy has been developed, the Commodity Manager will communicate, monitor and aggressively manage business unit compliance with the strategy. The Commodity Manager will also establish working relationships with other functions (e.g. engineering, procurement, operations, marketing, and quality assurance) within the business units, bringing a strategic sourcing perspective to all key processes. He/She will also assist Procurement, Quality and Engineering in driving part number level / supplier qualification as required.
-Identify and implement Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction opportunities for assigned commodities. Within the business unit, the Manager will champion annual productivity improvements by leading internal and joint supplier/unit teams pursuing TCO reduction opportunities in alignment with the sourcing strategy (e.g. lowering inventory levels, increasing yields, improving supplier operations, demand management, improving supply chain flexibility, etc.)
-Ensures thorough familiarity with company policies and procedures. Appropriately applies policies and procedures in compliance with government laws. Policies and procedures include, but not limited to: Standards of Business Conduct, Intellectual Property, Control Environment, Information Protection, ISO 9000 & 14000, government regulations (e.g. health, safety, quality and environmental), and functional policies published on the Information Network.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor''s Degree in Business Administration or Engineering
Prior work experience in industrial environment and in supply chain management
TRAVEL: 20% (Domestic & International)
Identify localization opportunities across all commodities in APAC. Lead and drive the implementation of localization projects with cross-function team.
Achieve year-on-year improvement in total cost, quality and supplier performance for assigned commodities. Accountable for execution and implementation of the sourcing and supplier management strategies utilizing cross-functional strategic sourcing teams.
Key Responsibilities
-Identify localization opportunities across all commodities in APAC. Manage local and imported spend database. Work closely with BU, commodity managers/sourcing managers and engineering to identify localization opportunities.
-Coordinate with local and global resources to develop and execute localization plans. 　Maintain the localization project deck. Monitor the localization procedure to ensure smooth material supply.
-Develop the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities. Develop and refine the sourcing strategy with guidance from the Strategic Sourcing Manager and Director, using input from the sourcing team and key global/regional business leaders within the business units. The sourcing strategy will drive the continuous improvement of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the assigned commodities.
-Drive implementation of the sourcing strategy for assigned commodities. Once a sourcing strategy has been developed, the Commodity Manager will communicate, monitor and aggressively manage business unit compliance with the strategy. The Commodity Manager will also establish working relationships with other functions (e.g. engineering, procurement, operations, marketing, and quality assurance) within the business units, bringing a strategic sourcing perspective to all key processes. He/She will also assist Procurement, Quality and Engineering in driving part number level / supplier qualification as required.
-Identify and implement Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction opportunities for assigned commodities. Within the business unit, the Manager will champion annual productivity improvements by leading internal and joint supplier/unit teams pursuing TCO reduction opportunities in alignment with the sourcing strategy (e.g. lowering inventory levels, increasing yields, improving supplier operations, demand management, improving supply chain flexibility, etc.)
-Ensures thorough familiarity with company policies and procedures. Appropriately applies policies and procedures in compliance with government laws. Policies and procedures include, but not limited to: Standards of Business Conduct, Intellectual Property, Control Environment, Information Protection, ISO 9000 & 14000, government regulations (e.g. health, safety, quality and environmental), and functional policies published on the Information Network.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor''s Degree in Business Administration or Engineering
Prior work experience in industrial environment and in supply chain management
TRAVEL: 20% (Domestic & International)