Momentive

Commodity Manager, North America

US NY Niskayuna Full time

Job Title:

Commodity Manager, North America

Summary:

The Commodity Manager is responsible for managing a spend of ~$10 million annually for production sites in North America (NA). The assigned commodity set includes filler and distribution channel raw materials (additives, reagents, catalysts, diluents and solvents). The Commodity Manager is responsible for delivering productivity, improving payment terms, negotiating strategic agreements, managing key processes, and implementing supplier development strategies for risk mitigation.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Responsible for the development and implementation of procurement plans and strategies for the assigned commodity set.

  • Build and maintain internal relationships with Business Leaders, Site Managers, and Supply Chain in order to understand and support their purchasing requirements.

  • Build strong, value-adding relationships with suppliers.

  • Negotiate pricing and/or contracts to meet business requirements and meet the quality and cost objectives.

  • Ensure timely negotiation of all agreements, including execution of commodity contracts, a delegation of authority review, completion of executive summary and productivity summaries.

  • Optimize sourcing strategies by working with our global teams and suppliers to standardize equipment and services where applicable.

  • Leverage global supply capability to best meet the Business needs.

  • Support Technology on new product development and new source qualification programs.

  • Develop and implement strategies to optimize cash flow aspects of assigned commodities.

  • Perform vendor selection, contract negotiation and implementation through the strategic sourcing process.  Upon implementation, actively manage vendor contracts and pro-actively identify areas for improvement, services issues or other topics to address.

  • Ensure local procurement activities are in line with standard procurement processes and procedures.

  • Provide project and/or category leadership for assigned commodity set, Procurement initiatives, and/or Procurement processes.

  • Identify opportunities for synergies across all Momentive sites and implement maximizing cost benefits for all plants impacted.

  • Responsible for the negotiation of goods and service contracts with an annual spend of $10MM.

  • Completes other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

  • BS/BA Degree or 5+ years procurement experience

  • Good commercial skills

  • 5+ years procurement or sales experience

  • Skilled negotiator

  • Analytical skills

  • Good interpersonal skills able to separate emotional and functional aspects

  • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (up, down, laterally)

  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills  

  • Strong project leadership driving procurement strategies through implementation into plants

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The following are preferred for this position:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Experience in sourcing activities or related supply chain/operations experience

  • Continuous improvement mindset

  • Familiarity with SAP, Ariba, and E-auction tools

What We Offer:

Base Pay Range: $81,000 - $118,800

The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply#BePartoftheSolution

Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance. 

At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.  

  • Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage. 

  • Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.  

  • Short term disability with 100%  base salary coverage. 

  • Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets. 

  • 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service. 

  • 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service. 

  • Student debt pay-off program. 

  • Professional development programs and courses. 

  • Wellness programs and financial education. 

Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description on the physical job requirements.

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. 

  

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.  

 

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.   

 

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.