Job Description

SUMMARY The Strategic Commodity Manager responsible for driving value creating sourcing decisions by identifying, developing, and implementing supplier and product value stream improvement initiatives through effective use of the strategic sourcing process, cost targeting, supplier performance management, supplier development, and value analysis / value engineering processes. The commodity manager will work in a cross functional team to help develop and implement strategies and goals for assigned commodities. The commodity manager will support the business objectives related to quality, technology, and cost of current products as well as support the business needs for innovative new product launches, while also mitigating supply chain risks. Explore the hyperlinks below to learn more.

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What You\'ll be Doing

• Continuously engage with a cross-functional team to understand and monitor Utilimaster\'s needs to best serve its customers and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
• Create and implement sourcing strategies which will include: managing and driving supplier performance in the areas of quality, cost, capacity, delivery, and overall value; rationalization and segmentation strategies for suppliers, categories, and parts.
• Lead efforts for analyzing new suppliers, ensuring potential suppliers will be able to meet Utilimaster\'s performance requirements.
• Utilize excellent program management skills to facilite timely implementation of sourcing actions.
• Develop working relationships with both internal stake holders as well as with suppliers, and be able to navigate and facilitate solutions when supplier issues occur.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers in support of executing supplier agreements (which could range between $1M-$20M) and ensure suppliers conform to our companies terms and conditions as well as maintains a high level of supplier performance adding value.
• Create total cost of ownership and make vs. buy analyses.
• Identify opportunities and collaborate with Engineering colleagues and suppliers to implement continuous improvement actions.
• Conduct strategic sourcing activities aligned with Supply Chain Management leadership for categories, which may include local / regional activities along with global projects.
• Gather and analyze data for specific categories and / or suppliers to identify and implement value adding activities such as cost reductions, innovation, risk management, etc. within the supply chain.
• Manage relationships with assigned suppliers and successfully align suppliers\' operating plans to achieve Company objectives.
• Monitor and understand current industry and global market trends, and the ability to leverage this information for the benefit of the organization.
• Create sourcing strategies that can be articulated to senior leadership by utilizing data and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Business, Materials Management, Finance, Engineering, or Operations
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional procurement role with exposure to a variety of manufacturing processes and commodities
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of business operations, including finance, accounting, legal, materials management, engineering, quality, manufacturing, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to perform cost analysis
• Proven negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage suppliers and supplier relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel as needed \xe2\x80\x93 estimated 10%-20% of time on average

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

About The Shyft Group The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) is North America\'s leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly and upfit for the commercial, retail and service specialty vehicle markets. The Shyft Group and our brands are as driven as our associates. Every person behind our badge is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Across eight go-to-market brands, in ten states and two countries, we have over 3,000 dedicated employees working as one to lead with innovation, ingenuity, and a dedication to quality craftsmanship. The Shyft Group rebranded in 2020 to reflect a new focus on high-growth end markets to help ensure long-term profitable growth. Our name and renewed focus reflect the action, speed, and agility we offer the commercial vehicle industry through our growing roster of brands \xe2\x80\x93 Utilimaster\xc2\xae, Royal Truck Body\xc2\xae, DuraMag\xc2\xae, Strobes-R-Us\xc2\xae, Spartan RV Chassis\xc2\xae, and Builtmore Contract Manufacturing\xc2\xae.

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