Purchasing Staff Manager
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Company Schneider Electric
Job Title Purchasing Staff Manager
Location USA – TN – Nashville
Req. # 19506
Job Function Supply Chain / Logistics
Job Responsibilities As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in energy and infrastructure, industrial processes, building automation, and data centers/networks, as well as a broad presence in residential applications. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the company’s 114,000 employees achieved sales of more than $25 billion in 2008, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations “Make the most of their energy.”
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Square D by Schneider Electric is a global leader in NEMA electrical distribution, power and control solutions.
This position is accountable for developing and executing a purchasing and supplier relations strategy for ferrous metals, i.e., carbon steel, silicon steel, and stainless steel. Performs market analysis and identification of market trends that could affect Schneider Electric (SE) pricing and supply. Responsible for intelligence on competitor’s suppliers and purchasing strategies. Designs strategies to gain an advantage over known competitor practices. Determines appropriate lead-time reduction goals and implements supplier programs, or location specific programs, to achieve lead-time objectives. Monitors supplier Annual Performance Plan process on a quarterly basis and reports on results. Directly participates in the corrective action process for any suppliers not meeting SE performance standards. Collaborates with the Stampings and Sheet Metal Commodity Managers to leverage usage of 2nd tier ferrous consumption.
Manages one direct report based in Mexico. Reports to the Global SE Commodity Director based in France.
Experience Required: 5-7 years experience with Ferrous Metals in purchasing and/or commodity management – experience in steel sourcing
Qualifications: A strong and proven track record of negotiating and leading commodity strategies
Education: Bachelors degree in Business or Engineering. MBA preferred.
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