Commodity Director

We are looking for an experienced Commodity Director is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and executing the overarching category strategy for the direct categories. This role will oversee a team of Supply Chain professionals focused on strategic sourcing, establishing long-term framework agreements and ensuring alignment with the company's goals and programs plans. This role is ideal for a strategic and results-oriented procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to driving excellence in category management and strategic sourcing

Key Responsibilities:

1. Commodity Strategy Development:

1. Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive commodity strategies that drive value creation, cost savings and risk mitigation.
2. Monitor and analyses the commodity markets, global economic conditions, supplier landscapes, and industry benchmarks to inform strategy and decision-making.
3. Awareness and implementation of Commodity tools and process to create a robust strategy to support the dynamic landscape of the Organisation

2. Team Leadership and Development:

1. Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Supply Chain professionals focused on strategic sourcing and commodity management.
2. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth.

3. Strategic Sourcing and Execution:

1. Oversee the end-to-end strategic sourcing process, including supplier selection, RFx process, contract negotiation and establishing strategic framework agreements for Direct Commodities requirements.
2. Ensure that all procurement activities align with the programs plans and its development, supporting the company’s long-term objectives and customers’ commitments.

4. Contract Negotiation:

1. Lead the negotiation and establishment of long-term contracts and strategic framework agreements, ensuring they are in place to support the strategic goals of the organization.
2. A solid understanding of negotiations strategies to secure favorable outcomes for the business

5. Stakeholder Engagement:

1. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Finance and Operations teams, to ensure alignment on the Commodity strategies and objectives.
2. Act as the primary point of contact for senior management regarding Commodity strategy and procurement performance.
3. Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operational and other relevant departments to set up contracts that facilitate seamless execution by the respective teams.
4. Good influencing skills and able to manage a variety of relationships both horizontally and vertically

6. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:
   1. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of the Commodity strategies and team performance.
   2. Provide regular updates to Senior management on procurement activities, achievements and areas for improvement
   3. Manage risk proactively within the Supply Chain incorporating the use of risk registers / Kraljic methods and regular review with high risk suppliers

Requirements:-

• Experience:.12-15 years a senior leadership procurement role with a focus on strategic sourcing and category management.
• Aero / Defense exposure and experience would be highly beneficial.
• A good understanding of Export Control (including EAR) and INCOTERMS associated with moving the Aero / Defense Industry
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive change and deliver measurable results.
• A robust understanding and comprehension of Contract & Law
• Experience in Mechanical Components, Raw Materials, Electronics, PCBs, CAPEX, Energetics, Special Components, Engineering & Lease Services, Consumables and Chemicals
• Robust analytical and numerical skills
• Experience with working in Start Ups

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