Global Supply Chain Strategist

3 weeks ago


Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Crane Building Services & Utilities Full time
Job Title: Commodity Manager - Innovation

Reporting to the Group Strategic Sourcing Manager, the Commodity Manager - Innovation is responsible for developing, executing, and continually refining global supply chain strategies for all assigned commodities to deliver industry-leading supplier quality, product/service delivery, customer service levels, total cost, and cash-flow performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead the execution of a global supply chain strategy that supports Crane objectives for cost reduction, supplier OTD and lead-times, supplier Quality, and inventory reduction.
  • Obtain competitive bids, analyze costs, and negotiate contracts with vendors on the basis of total costs to the company, commensurate with financial risks, quality standards, and delivery capabilities.
  • Monitor on-going supplier performance, support functions/Business Units in resolving chronic supplier performance problems, revise supplier strategies, and, if necessary, lead projects to exit poor-performing suppliers.
  • Lead periodic Business Reviews with key suppliers to review quality, delivery, cost, and service performance, progress on strategic initiatives, and ensure on-going strategic alignment between Crane and the Supplier.

About Crane Building Services & Utilities:

Crane Building Services & Utilities is part of the Fluid Handling Division of Crane Co., a global, multi-industry, New York Stock Exchange quoted company founded in 1855. We design, manufacture, package, and market engineered flow control solutions for the HVAC and Utility sectors, with strong sales into key growth export markets.

Our Values:

We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity is key to our success, and we are seeking applications from candidates who will contribute their different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences to our business.



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