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Job ID: 0003
Job Category: Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Location: Bangalore, IN

Job Title: Commodity Manager – Contract Manufacturing      

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Supply Chain Services

Reports to: Strategic Sourcing Leader

Pay range: 1,456,000 to 2,184,000

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Commodity Manager – Contract Manufacturing leads and supports development, implementation, and management of sourcing strategies that optimize supplier partnerships, drive performance objectives, and provide optimal flexibility, quality, delivery and lowest TCO. They deliver value and competitive advantage as measured by customer satisfaction, project execution, value improvement, innovation, and risk mitigation. They build strong relationships with suppliers; plan, execute and finalize sourcing strategies for product and manufacturing operations; work closely with stakeholders to identify and execute potential opportunities that drive value. They drive strategy development, cost management/reduction targets, and coordinate sourcing activities to support project initiatives. They work with teams to create an efficient and innovative partnership across all functions and levels.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Operational Excellence

  • Define and execute sourcing initiatives for the large contract manufacturing category based on business plans with support from stakeholders, market conditions and terms of outstanding contracts
  • Establish collaborative relationships with departments to define requirements for products and services with a focus on fundamental needs balanced with innovation and financial constraints
  • Understand and track the key input cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities, provide countermeasure concepts, forecast, and maintain costing and should be cost model
  • Provide category knowledge and market expertise for assigned spend and continuously learn new technologies, processes, and industry best practices that delivers value

Supplier Relationship Management

  • Drive sourcing value by leveraging market knowledge, supplier optimization, predictable and industry leading pricing plans, RF(x)and (TCO) cost modeling through transparent SRM
  • Create and implement SRM programs that include developing performance measures and scorecards, tracking and reporting against performance metrics, conducting timely supplier performance reviews, and taking corrective and recognition action
  • Establish SRM strategies to deliver against goals and achieve sustainable supplier relationships
  • Apply best-in-class practices and trends to create forward-thinking category and SRM strategies, including the implementation of technology/ analytical tools

Sourcing Process

  • Execute, leverage, and deploy sourcing levers across all spend to create a competitive advantage
  • Lead all aspects of complex supplier negotiations with business partners in drafting and executing contracts that protect the business interests and provide best value. Oversee and advise on contract structure, terms and conditions, and performance-based contracting with suppliers
  • Seek opportunities for cost containment and/or improvement. Develop performance metrics, benchmarks and utilize best practice sourcing within the category portfolio
  • Lead cross-functional team of department owners and other stakeholders, through the end-to-end sourcing process (identification through implementation) and coordinate engagement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field

Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years sourcing experience in multiple categories: Complex Contracts, Advanced Negotiations with Contract Manufacturers, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing/International Sourcing, Globalization, Supplier Development, Total Cost Modeling, Project Management, Market Analysis, Facility Management, Marketing, SG&A spend, etc.
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in developing, negotiating, and implementing complex contracts with large global contract manufacturers
  • Strong background working cross-functionally with multiple functions that drive business outcomes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Robust interpersonal skills, including collaboration and willingness to make changes based on feedback
  • Demonstrated ability in building and maintaining relationships at all levels of the organization while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to generate compelling and powerful PowerPoint presentations
  • High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Masters is a plus. Professional Certification (CPM/CSPM/APICS) is strongly preferred
  • General understanding of the lean/Six Sigma practices and processes
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to adapt to changing conditions. Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment. Ability to make quick decisions with 80% information.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
  • May include up to 20% travel domestically and potential for international travel
  • Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment

 

 

 

 

 

 

Position Location:

Loram Rail Maintenance India Pvt Ltd
#512/10, Service Lane, Outer Ring Road,

Mahadevapura, Bangalore. 560048

 
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Job ID: 0003
Job Category: Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Location: Bangalore, IN

DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Commodity Manager – Contract Manufacturing      

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Supply Chain Services

Reports to: Strategic Sourcing Leader

Pay range: 1,456,000 to 2,184,000

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Commodity Manager – Contract Manufacturing leads and supports development, implementation, and management of sourcing strategies that optimize supplier partnerships, drive performance objectives, and provide optimal flexibility, quality, delivery and lowest TCO. They deliver value and competitive advantage as measured by customer satisfaction, project execution, value improvement, innovation, and risk mitigation. They build strong relationships with suppliers; plan, execute and finalize sourcing strategies for product and manufacturing operations; work closely with stakeholders to identify and execute potential opportunities that drive value. They drive strategy development, cost management/reduction targets, and coordinate sourcing activities to support project initiatives. They work with teams to create an efficient and innovative partnership across all functions and levels.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Operational Excellence

  • Define and execute sourcing initiatives for the large contract manufacturing category based on business plans with support from stakeholders, market conditions and terms of outstanding contracts
  • Establish collaborative relationships with departments to define requirements for products and services with a focus on fundamental needs balanced with innovation and financial constraints
  • Understand and track the key input cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities, provide countermeasure concepts, forecast, and maintain costing and should be cost model
  • Provide category knowledge and market expertise for assigned spend and continuously learn new technologies, processes, and industry best practices that delivers value

Supplier Relationship Management

  • Drive sourcing value by leveraging market knowledge, supplier optimization, predictable and industry leading pricing plans, RF(x)and (TCO) cost modeling through transparent SRM
  • Create and implement SRM programs that include developing performance measures and scorecards, tracking and reporting against performance metrics, conducting timely supplier performance reviews, and taking corrective and recognition action
  • Establish SRM strategies to deliver against goals and achieve sustainable supplier relationships
  • Apply best-in-class practices and trends to create forward-thinking category and SRM strategies, including the implementation of technology/ analytical tools

Sourcing Process

  • Execute, leverage, and deploy sourcing levers across all spend to create a competitive advantage
  • Lead all aspects of complex supplier negotiations with business partners in drafting and executing contracts that protect the business interests and provide best value. Oversee and advise on contract structure, terms and conditions, and performance-based contracting with suppliers
  • Seek opportunities for cost containment and/or improvement. Develop performance metrics, benchmarks and utilize best practice sourcing within the category portfolio
  • Lead cross-functional team of department owners and other stakeholders, through the end-to-end sourcing process (identification through implementation) and coordinate engagement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field

Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years sourcing experience in multiple categories: Complex Contracts, Advanced Negotiations with Contract Manufacturers, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing/International Sourcing, Globalization, Supplier Development, Total Cost Modeling, Project Management, Market Analysis, Facility Management, Marketing, SG&A spend, etc.
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in developing, negotiating, and implementing complex contracts with large global contract manufacturers
  • Strong background working cross-functionally with multiple functions that drive business outcomes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Robust interpersonal skills, including collaboration and willingness to make changes based on feedback
  • Demonstrated ability in building and maintaining relationships at all levels of the organization while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to generate compelling and powerful PowerPoint presentations
  • High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Masters is a plus. Professional Certification (CPM/CSPM/APICS) is strongly preferred
  • General understanding of the lean/Six Sigma practices and processes
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to adapt to changing conditions. Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment. Ability to make quick decisions with 80% information.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
  • May include up to 20% travel domestically and potential for international travel
  • Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment

Position Location:

Loram Rail Maintenance India Pvt Ltd
#512/10, Service Lane, Outer Ring Road,

Mahadevapura, Bangalore. 560048

 

QUALIFICATIONS

ABOUT

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. logo

Based in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. designs and builds some of the most sophisticated railway maintenance equipment in the world, delivering high quality products and services to our global customers. This is made possible by employees who are passionate about delivering advanced equipment, innovative solutions, and unrivaled customer service.

For more information about Loram go to:

www.loram.com/about

Loram Technologies, Inc. logo

Based in Georgetown, Texas, Loram Technologies, Inc. provides innovative solutions for the railroad industry. From our friction management application systems to our Aurora® track inspection systems, our products are technologically advanced, safer, more efficient, and more productive than traditional maintenance methods.

For more information about LTI go to:

http://www.loramtechnologies.com

Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Title: Commodity Manager – Contract Manufacturing      

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Supply Chain Services

Reports to: Strategic Sourcing Leader

Pay range: 1,456,000 to 2,184,000

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Commodity Manager – Contract Manufacturing leads and supports development, implementation, and management of sourcing strategies that optimize supplier partnerships, drive performance objectives, and provide optimal flexibility, quality, delivery and lowest TCO. They deliver value and competitive advantage as measured by customer satisfaction, project execution, value improvement, innovation, and risk mitigation. They build strong relationships with suppliers; plan, execute and finalize sourcing strategies for product and manufacturing operations; work closely with stakeholders to identify and execute potential opportunities that drive value. They drive strategy development, cost management/reduction targets, and coordinate sourcing activities to support project initiatives. They work with teams to create an efficient and innovative partnership across all functions and levels.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Operational Excellence

  • Define and execute sourcing initiatives for the large contract manufacturing category based on business plans with support from stakeholders, market conditions and terms of outstanding contracts
  • Establish collaborative relationships with departments to define requirements for products and services with a focus on fundamental needs balanced with innovation and financial constraints
  • Understand and track the key input cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities, provide countermeasure concepts, forecast, and maintain costing and should be cost model
  • Provide category knowledge and market expertise for assigned spend and continuously learn new technologies, processes, and industry best practices that delivers value

Supplier Relationship Management

  • Drive sourcing value by leveraging market knowledge, supplier optimization, predictable and industry leading pricing plans, RF(x)and (TCO) cost modeling through transparent SRM
  • Create and implement SRM programs that include developing performance measures and scorecards, tracking and reporting against performance metrics, conducting timely supplier performance reviews, and taking corrective and recognition action
  • Establish SRM strategies to deliver against goals and achieve sustainable supplier relationships
  • Apply best-in-class practices and trends to create forward-thinking category and SRM strategies, including the implementation of technology/ analytical tools

Sourcing Process

  • Execute, leverage, and deploy sourcing levers across all spend to create a competitive advantage
  • Lead all aspects of complex supplier negotiations with business partners in drafting and executing contracts that protect the business interests and provide best value. Oversee and advise on contract structure, terms and conditions, and performance-based contracting with suppliers
  • Seek opportunities for cost containment and/or improvement. Develop performance metrics, benchmarks and utilize best practice sourcing within the category portfolio
  • Lead cross-functional team of department owners and other stakeholders, through the end-to-end sourcing process (identification through implementation) and coordinate engagement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field

Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years sourcing experience in multiple categories: Complex Contracts, Advanced Negotiations with Contract Manufacturers, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing/International Sourcing, Globalization, Supplier Development, Total Cost Modeling, Project Management, Market Analysis, Facility Management, Marketing, SG&A spend, etc.
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in developing, negotiating, and implementing complex contracts with large global contract manufacturers
  • Strong background working cross-functionally with multiple functions that drive business outcomes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Robust interpersonal skills, including collaboration and willingness to make changes based on feedback
  • Demonstrated ability in building and maintaining relationships at all levels of the organization while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to generate compelling and powerful PowerPoint presentations
  • High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Masters is a plus. Professional Certification (CPM/CSPM/APICS) is strongly preferred
  • General understanding of the lean/Six Sigma practices and processes
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to adapt to changing conditions. Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment. Ability to make quick decisions with 80% information.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
  • May include up to 20% travel domestically and potential for international travel
  • Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment

Position Location:

Loram Rail Maintenance India Pvt Ltd
#512/10, Service Lane, Outer Ring Road,

Mahadevapura, Bangalore. 560048

 
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