Global Commodity Manager, Electrical
Panasonic Automotive North America · The Colony, TX · 2 days ago
RemoteRemotePurchasingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Owns and drives global supplier selection, development, and overall supplier relationship management.
- Establishes cross-regional supplier optimization strategies to balance cost, quality, and risk.
- Maintains supplier performance using data-driven KPIs and leads continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develops and executes global commodity sourcing strategies to support business objectives and reduce total cost of ownership.
- Ledges high-level contract negotiations and complex supplier agreements to secure competitive pricing and mitigate supply risks.
- Serves as a subject matter expert in assigned commodities, leveraging industry insights and analytics to drive sourcing decisions.
- Identifies and implements cost-saving initiatives, ensuring alignment with the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
- Develops and executes risk management strategies, including supplier contingency planning and supply chain diversification.
- Utilizes data analytics and market intelligence to track cost trends, forecast supply chain risks, and optimize working capital.
- Establishes strategic partnerships with suppliers to drive innovation and align with technology roadmaps.
- Ensures early supplier involvement in product development, leveraging supplier expertise to enhance quality, manufacturability, and cost competitiveness.
- Leads and mentors junior buyers, providing coaching and development to strengthen sourcing capabilities.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, and operations, to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
- Ensures adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing practices.
- Identifies opportunities to enhance procurement processes, leveraging digital tools and automation to improve efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
- Strong negotiation and contract management experience at a global level.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), or APICS certification preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office 365, and data analytics tools.
- Experience in cost modeling, supplier performance management, and risk mitigation strategies.
Benefits & Perks
- Company-Matched 401K Retirement Savings
- Annual Bonus Program
- Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
- Relaxed Dress Code
- Onsite Recreation Center & Café
- PASATalks Speaker Summits
- Leadership & Mentorship Programs
- High5 Reward Recognition Program
- Onsite Happy Hours!