Global Commodity Manager - Metals

About the Role

Define, lead, and execute the Supply Chain Management (SCM) commodity strategy for Metals, including Metals raw materials, screws, rivets, fasteners, stamped parts, and magnetic parts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and global implementation of the Global Commodity Strategy.
• Manage and maintain Suppliers Segmentation within the commodity.
• Participate on the Global Commodity Buyers Council.
• Conduct Key Global Suppliers Business Update Reviews (BUR’s) and coordinate global negotiations.
• Meet or exceed global Procure-to-Pay (P2P) annual performance targets for the commodity group.
• Schedule and lead Commodity team meetings to ensure communication and information sharing between all buyers, covering:
  • Quoting activity
  • Sourcing activity
  • Volumes, forecasts, and allocations
  • Commodity trends – risks and opportunities
  • Supplier issues
  • Global competitiveness
  • Best practices for cost savings initiatives
  • Best practices for supplier performance improvement (delivery & quality)
• Support and drive the commodity “Quality Sourcing Process.”
• Act as the market specialist for the Metals commodity basket.
• Ensure global and regional commodity sourcing maximizes commercial, supply, and technical advantages for Inteva.
• Lead and own global supplier relationship management.
• Resolve critical supplier issues as required (supporting PC&L, CIPM, CITs).
• Conduct or participate in annual Performance Management Assessments (PMA’s) on-time (Phase I, II, & III).

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of Procurement experience in a high-volume manufacturing industry; automotive experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7-8 years of experience in the respective commodity family.
• Bachelor’s degree required; business, finance, or engineering preferred.
• Previous global and cross-functional exposure.
• Strategic thinking and demonstrated strong leadership/management skills.
• Strong analytical and data analysis skills.
• Above-average proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work cooperatively, build teamwork, and influence others.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.
• Comfort and ability to work in a matrix global organization structure.

About the Organization

Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, and environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety, and performance. The company offers global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing, and customer service for Interiors, Latches, Door Systems, Motors & Electronics, Overhead Systems, and Hard Trim.

Formed in 2008, Inteva is a tier-one supplier focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. The company employs 12,000 people across over 35 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan, USA.