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Commodity/Category Manager

Employer
GE Aviation
Location
Hamble-le-Rice, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
25 Apr 2019

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Clearance Level
SC, None / Undisclosed
Sector
Aerospace
Job Type
Permanent
Hamble-le-Rice, United Kingdom

Business:
    GE Aviation
Function:
    Sourcing
Role Summary/Purpose:
    This role is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of sourcing strategy for an assigned area of spend/business segment. They support the Commodity /Category Manager with managing business goals, programs, processes, supplier selection and contract management. Assist the development and implementation of robust supply chain solutions to support the business needs and affect short and long-term business goals i.e. Transfer of Work. Deliver savings target.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Support the development and execution of long term commodity strategies
  • Undertake analysis of data as required to support the creation of sourcing strategy
  • Participate in multi-functional teams to delivery strategy objectives
  • Under guidance, negotiate contracts to secure cost-effective sourcing of quality product and drive supplier performance
  • Support the effective management of business relationships with assigned suppliers
  • Support and develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to achieve business goals and objectives
  • Provide input into supplier selection, development, and overall supplier management in accordance with the business strategy and end customer requirements
  • Follow GE policies on selection of Suppliers and Contract negotiations, including Military/USG pricing
  • Proactively support supplier performance management, plan and work with the suppliers to manage any required recovery plans / actions
  • Own Supplier quality issues ensuring appropriate focus and corrective/preventative actions are closed out in the shortest possible timeframe
  • Provide support to achieve the value creation / savings targets for assigned commodity and take ownership of specific projects as assigned
  • Develop technical and market expertise in commodity area
  • Provide analysis and reports for sourcing team and wider business including KPI's, deflation, cycle reduction, LCC Sourcing development and cash flow improvement
  • Interface with other business teams as directed to address any project requirements, fulfilment planning or issues that arise
  • Provide input to site make vs buy process as requested
  • Identify and qualify new suppliers
  • Assess supplier capabilities and make recommendations on supplier acceptability
  • Implement sourcing standards including process & execution, synergies for cost out.
Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Degree qualification or equivalent with experience in a similar level role within Procurement/Sourcing function
  • Experience of Commodity Management
  • Verbal communications and interpersonal skills
  • Time management, scheduling and prioritisation skills
  • Experience with utilising and creating effective MS Excel spreadsheets; working capability with MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
  • Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/workingBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance . https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmg-personnel-security-controls.pdf
Desired Characteristics:
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Ability to influence others and lead small teams
  • Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
  • Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
  • Effective problem identification and solution skills
  • Proven analytical and organizational ability
  • Good influencing & communication skills
  • Analytical
  • EnthusiasticTeam Player
  • Goal Orientated

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