Job Description Summary
The Indirect Commodity Specialist plays a key role in supporting the operations of Aero Alliance shops
She/He will collaborate in supporting the assigned Commodity both in terms of spent allocation and Vendor performances also acting as Supplier's escalation point
She/He will lead the category market intelligence to proactively identify, monitor and optimize opportunities in alignment with industry trends and evolving technology.
He/she will collaborate with internal and external resources supporting the indirect buy execution.
Job Description
Essential Responsibility
• Drive the Implementation of the Indirect purchase Strategy for Aero Alliance JV site in Italy
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• Monitor the execution ensuring that key strategic targets (i.e Mkt Share allocation, Annual Savings, TAT) will be met.
• Lead Supplier Relationship & Ensure the implementation of current and new Supplier agreements
• Manage service agreement to leverage external sourcing resources in channel partners
• Work with IM to normalize commoditization attributes Commodity /SubCommodity/Prod Code/P/N) across Aero JV Oracle instances and develop standard reporting template
• Cooperate with EHS & Shop Faculty Managers for relevant NCA/RCA
• Work closely with the Buyers and shop leaders to identify improvement actions and volume buy optimization opportunities to make Commodity management process more efficient and cost effective.
Qualifications/Requirements
• MS Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience
• Proved professional experience in Category / Commodity Management role: Volume buy segmentation, LTSA development & negotiation, Vendor base rationalization, monitoring of buyer activities
• Demonstrated ability in cultivating strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills & project management ability
• Excellent presentation, communication and team player attitudes
• Full availability to travel for business purposes
• Fluency in English and Italian
• EU Work Permit
Desired Characteristics
• Self-starter, high motivation level, ability to define short/mid-term priorities
• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects requiring on time communication/update with key stakeholders
• Continuous improvement mindset, able to thrive in an ambiguous environment
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No