Job Abstract

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Provide leadership, direction, and objectives for projects and assignments. Assist in projects and assignments as deemed necessary.
• Commodities Manager responsibility for some major suppliers.
• Work with other departments, especially internal customers, to assure needs and requirements are being met related to supplier performance criteria.
• Develop objectives for department and follow-up on results.
• Assist Commodities/Purchasing Managers as required with supplier or internal issues such as negotiations or expedites.
• Manage implementation and use of current and new processes and tools required to assure on-time supplier deliveries and purchased inventory reductions, such as VMI Consignments, Commercial Supply Agreements/Product Support Agreements, Kanban’s, expedite processes, JDE improvements, SRM Module, Supplier Quality and Delivery Performance Database, Price Change Database, expedite/forecast/PO/past due/reschedule reports, etc.
• Support and expedite new product development schedules and specials processes.
• Manage Cost Improvement Team activities and reporting for purchasing and manufacturing cost improvements.
• Oversee PPV performance and review process.
• Oversee inventory reduction performance and review process.
• Attend and participate in Corporate Cost Improvement meetings and projects.
• Provide leadership in Alamo Group procurement consolidation projects and government compliance projects, such as engine EPA compliance, between Alamo divisions, as needed.
• Assist in developing supplier relationships and performing supplier reviews through meetings and supplier visits. Involve other departments as required.
• Conduct all business within company policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of others.
• Ability to implement oral and written instructions.
• Project Management, Planning, Organizing, follow-up, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to make daily decisions based on analysis of data.
• Strong desire to succeed and grow within the Company.
• Able to work overtime as needed to complete assignments and achieve deadlines, as needed.
• Knowledge of economic trends and market conditions related to products, services, commodities, and methods for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits related to the business.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of
• Thorough knowledge of negotiation strategies, conflict resolution skills, ERP, MRP, Kanban, lean principles, and JIT
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes and government regulations related to UCC, movement of goods by air, rail, sea, or road.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer needs from a supply management perspective. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards, and evaluation of customer
• Proficiency with required software and technology including Microsoft Office and internet.
• The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, working independently, taking on responsibilities to complete assigned job functions.
• Manage time using decision making and analytical skills to consider relative costs and benefits of potential actions to make the most appropriate decision.
• Communication through understanding of written work-related documents and talking to others to convey information effectively and communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the specific
• Ability to deliver presentations one-on-one, in small groups and in front of large audiences.
• Be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling obligations while being honest and
• Willing to take on responsibilities and challenges while being careful about detail and thorough in completing work
• Work with others on the job with a cooperative attitude while being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the
• Willing to offer opinions and direction while accepting criticism, dealing calmly and effectively with high demand situations and being persistent in the face of obstacles while maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check even in very difficult
• Self-motivating and willing to develop improved methods for completing Apply creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas and solutions to work-related problems.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to accomplish assigned functions and be able and willing to work with others to finish tasks and projects.
• Knowledge of GMS (ISO) and safety systems to ensure compliance.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS in BA). Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferable. Master of Business Administration (MBA) desirable.
• Ten (10) years of purchasing experience.
• A thorough knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures and a sound knowledge of business systems & controls are needed.
• Must have commodity experience in a production environment utilizing
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes and government regulations related to The Uniform Commercial Code and movement of goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and movement of goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

Working Conditions:

Work in a climate-controlled office, occasional travel as needed, sometimes overnight for several days, domestically and internationally.

Notes:

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees so classified.