About this opportunity
Benchmark Electronics Inc lists this Commodity Manager opportunity in winona, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Benchmark , we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.
Summary:
Responsible for leading and developing commodity strategies, commodity practices, systems and metrics. Develops and directs commodity teams and supply chain relationships.
Responsibilities:
Mentor buyers and/or supply chain analysts in commodity strategies
Develop appropriate business relationships with key suppliers/sources
Work closely with the business units to support customer strategic and tactical material needs
Develop, communicate and manage commodity strategies to support overall divisional and corporate objectives
Supervise the strategic sourcing process for assigned commodities
Develop customer confidence in overall supply chain management through customer interaction
May provide planning and coordination with corporate quote and quoting activities
Drive and secure continuous improvements and cost reductions
Coordinate supplier scorecard activities and facilitate business reviews, as applicable
May participate in supplier and component qualifications and issues
Act as point of escalation for component issues, as appropriate
Identify and implement contract and agreement compliance
Review supplier proposals and lead negotiations promoting Benchmark’s goals in price, delivery, terms, liability and quality
Establish contractual agreements between the company and external sources of supply; Negotiate to obtain agreement on pricing, terms, delivery and other terms
Monitor and report on component market trends
All employees are responsible for the Quality of their work to ensure BEI meets, or exceeds Customer Satisfaction.
Other information:
4 year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
8+ years of experience in commodity purchasing; Experience in large volume, more complex commodities, Individual contributor
Demonstrate expertise in negotiation, implementation and maintenance of supplier contracts and other business dealings
Demonstrate strong financial understanding, risk analysis ability, relationship building and project management
Demonstrate the ability to analyze, develop and implement process improvements
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with coworkers, suppliers and customers
Demonstrate mastery of planning and the ability to organize and manage multiple projects
Effective time management
Demonstrate effective communication at all levels, both written and oral
Demonstrate confidentiality
Demonstrate the ability to develop, implement and communicate the team’s strategic vision and purpose
Demonstrate effective decision making ability in order to make quality, timely and accurate decisions
Demonstrate the ability to represent the company in a professional manner
Demonstrate effective leadership and teambuilding skills to assist in the success of the commodity teams
Demonstrate regular, consistent attendance and the ability to support a 24/7 global operation
See job analysis forms for specific physical stresses of the job
Education:
4 year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
At Benchmark , we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.
Summary:
Responsible for leading and developing commodity strategies, commodity practices, systems and metrics. Develops and directs commodity teams and supply chain relationships.
Responsibilities:
Mentor buyers and/or supply chain analysts in commodity strategies
Develop appropriate business relationships with key suppliers/sources
Work closely with the business units to support customer strategic and tactical material needs
Develop, communicate and manage commodity strategies to support overall divisional and corporate objectives
Supervise the strategic sourcing process for assigned commodities
Develop customer confidence in overall supply chain management through customer interaction
May provide planning and coordination with corporate quote and quoting activities
Drive and secure continuous improvements and cost reductions
Coordinate supplier scorecard activities and facilitate business reviews, as applicable
May participate in supplier and component qualifications and issues
Act as point of escalation for component issues, as appropriate
Identify and implement contract and agreement compliance
Review supplier proposals and lead negotiations promoting Benchmark’s goals in price, delivery, terms, liability and quality
Establish contractual agreements between the company and external sources of supply; Negotiate to obtain agreement on pricing, terms, delivery and other terms
Monitor and report on component market trends
All employees are responsible for the Quality of their work to ensure BEI meets, or exceeds Customer Satisfaction.
Other information:
4 year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
8+ years of experience in commodity purchasing; Experience in large volume, more complex commodities, Individual contributor
Demonstrate expertise in negotiation, implementation and maintenance of supplier contracts and other business dealings
Demonstrate strong financial understanding, risk analysis ability, relationship building and project management
Demonstrate the ability to analyze, develop and implement process improvements
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with coworkers, suppliers and customers
Demonstrate mastery of planning and the ability to organize and manage multiple projects
Effective time management
Demonstrate effective communication at all levels, both written and oral
Demonstrate confidentiality
Demonstrate the ability to develop, implement and communicate the team’s strategic vision and purpose
Demonstrate effective decision making ability in order to make quality, timely and accurate decisions
Demonstrate the ability to represent the company in a professional manner
Demonstrate effective leadership and teambuilding skills to assist in the success of the commodity teams
Demonstrate regular, consistent attendance and the ability to support a 24/7 global operation
See job analysis forms for specific physical stresses of the job
Education:
4 year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
Geographical Location: Minnesota:Winona
Physical Location: Winona, MN - East (4065)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: M-F
Full Time
In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.
Compensation Range: $91,755.00 to $116,940.00 USD. Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs.
Benefits and Other Compensation: Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employeeleave laws.
Application Deadline: This job posting will remain open until filled.
Additional Notices: Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes, but is not limited to, providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing .
Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.
Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at .
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Worksite address
winona, MN, 55987, US
Who can apply
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