Commodity Specialist - Facilities and Building Services

Description:

BASIC FUNCTION: Achieve year-on-year improvement in total cost of ownership quality and service by executing and continually streamlining purchasing activities across corporation for a collection of commodities. Participate in the development of sourcing strategies for assigned categories to include conducting an assessment of current and future customer needs, analysis of market trends and potential suppliers, analysis of total cost of ownership and opportunities to leverage changes in processes, systems and products and services, and estimating the timing and level of savings capture. Lead supplier selection process, which includes managing the RFQ (Request for Quote) process, supplier selection process, and negotiation of the final contract ensuring that the language meets corporate requirements and the appropriate confidentiality and compliance requirements. Manage implementation of sourcing strategies which includes activities such as establishing customer specific implementation timing, identifying implementation resources and developing communication channels and tools to introduce new strategy, etc. Implement most effective order fulfillment processes while minimizing costs. Manage day-to-day interaction with key suppliers, e.g., routine enhancement to pricing agreement, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts, sharing of end-user feedback, etc. Monitor ongoing supplier relationship and participate in resolution of any constraints or issues. This opening is responsible for managing Facilities and Building Services related supplier relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree, preferably business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 5+ years’ experience in a similar role, e.g., commodity manager, sourcing manager with responsibilities for sourcing Facilities and Building Services products and services. Excellent research, analytical, problem solving, and planning and organization skills required. Proven ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently, negotiate and independently lead team efforts to achieve results. Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills as well as demonstrated written and oral communication skills. High degree of self-motivation and initiative. Must be comfortable working with ambiguity and capable of quickly developing an understanding of assigned commodities. Working knowledge of general computer software (e.g., Word, Excel - Microsoft Suite applications preferred.)

Other Information
Department Name: Corporate Services



 

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