Commodity Manager

Company: Meggitt PLC
Location: Simi Valley
Posted on: February 11, 2020

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 47771
Business Unit: Airframe Systems Ventura County (3125)
Location:

Simi Valley, CA, United States, 93063

Meggitt is a global engineering group specializing in extreme environment products and smart sub-systems for aerospace, defense and energy markets. We employ over 11,000 people across manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, North America, with regional bases in India and the Middle East. Job Designation

The Procurement Manager leads the staff and the procurement activities within a business unit. Plans, coordiantes, and directs a variety of complex procurement and material processes from the initial proposal efforts through the delivery of the end product. Ensures that the procurement procedures are in compliance with government laws (domestic/international), regulations and management objectives. Job Core Responsibilities

*Develops procurement strategies and oversees all procurement and material planning activities from the initial proposal efforts through the delivery of the end product

*Organizes, directs and implements cost-reduction activities to ensure maximum return to the division for minimum expenditures
*Implements processes to manage risk within the supply chain and monitors procurement procedures to comply with government laws (domestic/international), regulations, and company policy
*Manages contractual differences between purchase order requirements and supplier performance; establishes contractual obligations, while ensuring compliance with laws and truth in negotiations

*Monitors the changing marketplace and work around plans to avoid negative impact on corporate cost and delivery performance objectives
*Plans tactics and strategies for negotiations of subcontracts to maintain expenditures within program material budget limitation
*Leads and directs work for team of employees as defined by business needs
*Manages staff selection, performance, development and training processes to ensure team competencies and capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations
*Other responsibilities as assigned
*Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
*Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary
Job Specifications

Education : Post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Certifications :

Years Experience : 7-10 years of relevant experience
Skills :Excellent facilitation and project management skills with ability to lead the procurement team, and to drive tasks to completion

Knowledge of procurement best practices and experience with managing tight development program deadlines in aerospace/manufacturing environment

Understanding of contracts, compliance and government laws (domestic/international) relating to procurement

Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and demonstrated use of thought leadership to set and execute procurement strategies

Experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success negotiating with a variety of suppliers

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to drive tasks to completion

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools



This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Meggitt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at 1-855-474-7665 or HRISon@meggitt.com.

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