Commodity Manager

2 months ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Crane Building Services & Utilities Full time

We are seeking an experienced Commodity Manager to join our Ipswich team.


Reporting to the Group Strategic Sourcing Manager the Commodity Manager 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.


PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • For assigned commodities, 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. This would include actions to rationalise the supply base, drive increased sourcing from low-cost sources, leveraging indirect material/services spend with other Crane business units, and negotiating & implementing Long-Term Supplier Agreements.
  • Maintain awareness of world markets and emerging material related issues in the industry and position the supply chain to flexibly respond accordingly.
  • Leverage supplier capabilities in product design, cost reduction, lead time reduction and customer satisfaction.
  • Establish and lead teams to identify and action improvement and savings opportunities.
  • Obtain competitive bids, analyze costs and negotiate contracts to vendors on the basis of total costs to the company commensurate with financial risks, quality standards, and delivery capabilities.
  • Leverage technology solutions to maximize effectiveness and efficiency of the strategic sourcing process.
  • Monitor on-going supplier performance, support functions / Business Units in resolving chronic supplier performance problems, revise supplier strategies and, if necessary, lead project/s to exit poor performing supplier/s.
  • 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.


The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent analytical, problem solving/decision making skills and the ability to make timely, effective, fact based decisions. Ideally you will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a global Supply Chain related role. Strong negotiation and contract management skills and a willingness to travel on a regular basis are essential for this role.


ABOUT US

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

The name Crane speaks of who we are, what we stand for and how our customers perceive us: A company with history and tradition, but also a company that is innovative, quality minded and one which acts with integrity and still holds to the resolution of its founder.

Crane Co. was founded on 4th July 1855 by Richard Teller Crane who made the following resolution:


"I am resolved to conduct my business in the strictest honesty and fairness; to avoid all deception and trickery; to deal fairly with both customers and competitors; to be liberal and just towards employees; and to put my whole mind upon the business."


The essence of this resolution is the business policy of Crane Co. today.


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


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