Strategic Supply Chain Analyst

JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB SUMMARY The Strategic Supply Analyst is responsible for managing a portfolio of direct material commodities across locations. This individual will lead strategic sourcing and supply chain initiatives throughout the organization. This individual is expected to provide effective communication and influence as the owner of sourcing vendors, contracts, etc. This position will assess status for benefit realization and assist in identifying areas for continuous improvement. The Strategic Supply Analyst must have the ability to analyze a variety of products, technical requirements, delivery needs and financial ramifications of stocking, purchasing, delivery, and storing of materials for the corporation\'s need. The Strategic Supply Analyst will be exposed to all levels of management, both at the local level, corporate level as well as the supplier level, to deliver year-over-year improvements in material cost, quality, availability and inventory. It is crucial that the Strategic Supply Analyst develop an in-depth understanding of supplier capabilities in the marketplace. The Strategic Supply Analyst will be working with confidential data and must be prudent in its use of interpretation. Strategic planning and thinking skills, coupled with analytical and execution skills are critical to the position. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the assigned trading portfolio based on the quality, cost and delivery requirements required by Prolec GE. Manage the updating and forecasting of prices based on historical data, information on sales plans or plant load and deflation calculation. Execute negotiations with suppliers based on the negotiation plan to meet the objectives and goals set forth in the supply strategy. Manage projects to improve the supply of materials and services considering prices, delivery time, quality and risks. Risk management of the materials and/or services in assigned portfolio Select alternate sources of direct suppliers and materials based on business needs. Manage the fulfillment of new supplier registration requirements. Material, price and volume forecasting. Draft and execute supply agreements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Industry: Knowledge of the types of materials used in the electrical and transformer industry. Market: Knowledge of commodities and materials market for transformers. Competition: Knowledge of competitors\' main suppliers and sources of supply. Suppliers: Knowledge of capabilities (production, economic, scope, customers, etc.) and competition in their markets. Product/pricing: Knowledge of pricing, costs, quality, reliability and... For full info follow application link. SPX Corporation is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/4F95AB4A603F4791