Commodities Manager at Daikin Applied in Staunton, Virginia

Job Description:

Commodities Manager
 
Position Summary:
Proactively manages assigned commodities such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, etc., on a global basis, including identifying/developing strategic supplier relationships with industry leaders. Emphasis is on procurement/logistics, cost reduction, technology advances and product development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Negotiates supply agreements and ensures vendor relations are solid.

Counters price increase demands and prepares strategies for various commodities.

Creates opportunities for CIP savings and delivers year over year cost savings.

Acts as negotiator when supply deliveries default.

Understands the cost structures of the Supplier base.

Ensures the New Product Introduction (NPI) projects are fully support with Procurement roles.

Lead product development activities with key suppliers.

Identify/develop strategic OEM supplier relationships.

Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.

Manage cost reduction programs consistent with McQuay's business plan.

Confers with Suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.

Selects products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items.

Estimates values according to knowledge of market price.

Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid.

Prepares purchase orders or bid requests.

Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories.

Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, suppliers, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.

Education/Experience:
A Bachelors degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or Finance and 7 to 10 years experience in Procurement or related fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with commodities of between $1M & $3M. Composed and presented up to 10 commodity strategies during the last 3 years.
 

Daikin Applied is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor employment based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employment: It is the policy of Daikin Applied to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

About Daikin Applied

Daikin Applied is a member of the world's largest HVAC manufacturer, Daikin Industries. Daikin Applied designs and manufactures technologically advanced commercial HVAC systems for customers around the world. Customers turn to Daikin with confidence that they will experience outstanding performance, reliability and energy efficiency.

Led by the principles of people-centered management, Daikin employees have unlimited potential to influence the business. For years, we've redefined HVAC technology, innovating and pushing to never settle. Together with our customers, we're delivering the solutions to reach new heights of success.

Daikin Applied, formerly Daikin McQuay, was started in 1924 and has an extensive history of developing new, industry-leading innovations and technology. Our award-winning Rebel rooftop units, Magnitude magnetic bearing chillers, Pathfinder air-cooled chillers and Intelligent Equipment set new standards for efficiency and value for building owners. Also, our extensive water source heat pump and applied technologies, aftermarket service, and parts operations provide support to keep our customers' operations running smoothly. Daikin Applied equipment, solutions and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service, and parts offices.

Daikin Industries, Ltd. is a Fortune 1000 company with more than 67,000 employees worldwide and revenues in excess of $17 billion in 2016 with nearly 30% of that coming from the U.S. In the Americas we have a strong position in the global portfolio, and the credibility and confidence of Daikin Industries' leaders who are fueling our future with investment.

Daikin Specialties:

HVAC equipment, Internet of Things (IoT) for HVAC, energy management, aftermarket service support and replacement parts, and turnkey solutions.