Global Commodity Specialist Job in Farmington 06030, Connecticut US
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Company Overview
United Technologies is a dynamic global corporation with a rich history of pioneering innovation and operating at the leading edge of multiple building systems and aerospace industries. We have achieved world-changing results while adhering to our corporate values, including the highest ethical and environmental standards. Headquartered in historic Hartford, Connecticut, we have been recognized by FORTUNE magazine as the 37th largest U.S. corporation. Our reputation is unsurpassed with more than 208,000 employees, operating in approximately 180 countries and trades in every major market. Join us here if you’d like to be part of a talented team of leading men and women who are changing the world.
UTC is a diversified FORTUNE 50 Company whose products include Carrier HVAC and refrigeration systems; Hamilton Sundstrand aerospace and industrial products; Otis elevators, escalators and horizontal transportation systems; Pratt Whitney aircraft engines, turbines and space propulsion systems; Sikorsky helicopters; UTC Fire Security systems and services; UTC Power fuel cells; and our stand alone Research Center.
Job DESCRIPTION
United Technologies Corporation, a Fortune top 50 company is a dynamic global corporation operating at the leading edge of commercial and military aviation, aerospace systems, climate control, elevator design, security and fire protection as well as hydrogen fuel cell development
UTC's Global General Procurement organization is seeking an experienced supply management professional to mange key factory commodities. The Commodity Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing global procurement strategies and will manage the supply base, spend and associated corporate contracts while driving integration across the various UTC business units.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Leverage UTC's purchasing volume to reduce total cost.
- Lead cross functional teams to develop global and regional contracts.
- Manage Supply Management's 8-step sourcing process including: global market research, price/cost analysis, industry trends, commodity best practices and industry benchmarking. Have direct accountability for the successful implementation and execution of corporate wide strategies and the subsequent delivery of significant benefits to the company.
- Negotiate leveraged contracts within delegated limits of authority for strategic commodities and services. Develop negotiation strategies with input from internal stakeholders and take the lead commercial role during negotiations.
- Champion Suppler Gold, Supplier Diversity and low-cost sourcing initiatives for managed suppliers; proactively identify and establish continuous improvement and total cost reduction opportunities in cooperation with preferred suppliers.
- Conduct periodic supplier performance reviews addressing performance objectives and Supplier Gold. Use ACE tools, including standard work and benchmarking of industry best practices to improve process.
- Establish short and long-term procurement strategies for all assigned commodities. Manage existing contracts with respect to amendments, extensions, rebates and compliance.
Bachelor's degree in business, supply management or related area. MBA preferred. Ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility in the area of supply management or manufacturing operations and thrive in a high energy multicultural, international environment.
Experience should include: Negotiations, supplier and category management, benchmarking and cost management, Candidate must demonstrate prior success in influencing and driving change, as well as leading cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed global organization.
Candidate must have a working knowledge of manufacturing operations and supporting processes and be able to navigate detailed, global supply chain requirements.
The successful candidate will have experience developing total cost analyses utilizing PowerPoint / Excel and managing projects on schedule to achieve results that meet customer requirements and deliver bottom line savings to the organization.
This position requires up to 20% travel to meet with key stakeholders and suppliers.
United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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