ABOUT THE JOB The Global Commodity Manager is positioned at the interface between Electrolux Business unit and the industries that are related to the commodity. In this role, the individual is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies as well as conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality, recommending product and service innovations based on improving quality. The position requires an interest in market dynamics and competitive behavior, negotiation and pricing, improving effectiveness and quality, and risk mitigation. As additional responsibilities, the individual will have to lead a team to drive results and activities.
ABOUT YOUR TASKS
- Develop & maintain strategic and sustainable relationships with key suppliers to plan, organize and drive the best sourcing activities - Establish current and long-term objectives, setting plans for the future, including the development of suppliers to meet Electrolux requirements for cost, quality, delivery reliability, new product launch, service level, code of conduct and environmental compliance - Understand the tradeoffs between cost, volume, and quality in order to strike agreements that meet Electrolux performance criteria and secure long-term supply continuity. - Develop an in-depth understanding for his/her commodity (value-added manufacturing and services processes and costs, reverse logistics, and market intelligence) and apply this knowledge to influence Electrolux’s future product roadmap and sourcing decisions. - Lead innovation input from suppliers and promote it into Electrolux - Develop a good relationship with key peers (Supply Chain, Quality, Product Line, R&D, Operations, IT, Finance, Marketing, HR). - Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness - Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements
All this while keeping Electrolux values and priorities in check.
ABOUT YOU
- High School degree in electrical / electronics and relevant experience - Experience of 4/5 years in procurement mainly related to electrical/electronic components, if in a multinational environment is a plus - Experience in Quality/R&D department is a plus - Willing to travel - Languages: Mandatory fluency in English, any other language is an asset
REQUIRED COMPETENCES - Customer Obsessed - you are focused on delivering value to the customers, both internal and external - Trustworthy – you are accountable and deliver on your commitments. You welcome healthy debates and honest conversations. You are honest - especially about your mistakes and learn from your setbacks. You collaborate and enable others to deliver. - Bold - You take action to deliver better outcome. You seek diversity and inclusion by actively pursuing diverse perspectives and creating an inclusive environment. You bring new ideas to the table and take risks with confidence, supporting courageous decision-making that inspires progress and growth. - Sustainable – You consider the growth and development of our people to be as important as preserving our environment and take decisions that reflect our effort to build a better future. You always act ethically.
ABOUT OUR BENEFITS: - Fair compensation and benefits package in line with the market - Flexible hybrid workplaces that include remote and in-office roles - Room to express your potential, develop and strengthen your competences - Continuous learning opportunities - Diversified, multi-cultural environment