Commodity Specialist

Raw Materials Commodity Manager

This position will report to the Raw Materials Commodity Manager of Metals & Third-Party Wire & Cable and will be based in Highland Heights, KY. This position will be responsible for outsourced components for manufacturing and distribution for the Elevator business unit, Draka EHC, a brand of Prysmian. This role requires the ability to lead and work with cross functional teams, regional monthly management reporting, manage vendor and supply relationships including negotiation, and the ability to plan strategically long-term. This is an important position within the regional organization.

Interpersonal Responsibilities

• Builds and strengthens relationships with current suppliers to ensure consistent supply of material.
• Identifies upcoming needs, changes within the supplier, and key contacts to develop cost savings and security of supply opportunities.
• Works collaboratively across the organization and serves as a conduit to supplier to ensure company's commercial, operational, and financial needs are met.
• Shares information and best practices with peers and assists with developing supplier solutions to meet company Management Plan objectives and improving internal systems workflows.

Operational Responsibilities

Organizational Responsibilities

Keep abreast of market and supplier trends along with competitive activities. Provide feedback on suppliers, strategies, untapped opportunities, threats and what is working and not working in the marketplace to key business stakeholders in procurement, R&D, and commercial teams.

Key Skills and Attributes

Qualifications