Job Title
Senior Commodity Manager - Cross-functional leadership

Our Client
Our client is a privately-held, internationally-recognized manufacturer of innovative medical diagnostic equipment and therapeutic devices, cardiac defibrillators, patient monitoring systems, and miniature precision lamps. They have built a reputation for providing the most advanced technologies and solutions available to caregivers in frontline settings worldwide. 

The Position
The primary role of this position is to ensure that the Operations/Sourcing Group is properly aligned to support New Product Development activities. The particular focus will be on the earliest stages of the development process. The ideal candidate will have experience in Sourcing and Supply Administration in a multi-plant environment. As a strategic and collaborative partner, this person will facilitate initial communication between suppliers and Company engineers. Management experience in leading a cross-functional sourcing team in Medical Device or Pharma Sourcing and electronics with significant NPI experience is a must.

Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Materials Management, Engineering or related business function is an absolute requirement along with 7+ years of experience within a progressive procurement function (to include a demonstrated track record in Global Sourcing and Medical Device manufacturing). ISM, CPM, APICS, CPIM certification is desirable. SAP knowledge/experience is also preferred. Travel expectancy is approximately 25%, both international and domestic. Relocation is available for the successful candidate.

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Job Title
Senior Purchasing Manager – Growth Potential

Our Client
Our Client is an international Company on the forefront of communications and information technology serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. This Company is dedicated to developing best-in-class products, systems and services.

The Position
The ideal candidate will have electrical component procurement experience with high mix/low volume. This person will be responsible for managing the inventory, supply base rationalization and vendor relationships. This position manages the group that procures material for products of medium to high complexity for electronics manufacturing. The duties will include but not be limited to the evaluation of preferred suppliers with risk analysis, management/negotiation of the sourcing and supplier selection, and the identification of process improvements and implementation thereof. The spend for this position is $80M and there are 5+ direct reports. This position is located in Illinois.

Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Business or technical-related field with 10+ years of purchasing/sourcing experience and a minimum of 5 years in Electronic Component purchasing/sourcing. Manufacturing operations experience is required. The proper candidate will possess excellent communication and analytical skills. Supplier KanBan and JIT experience is a key component. Travel expectancy is 25%, both foreign and domestic. CPIM/CPM and/or APICS is a plus.

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Job Title
Chemical Sourcing Manager - Solid, stable world leader with great mission (GREEN)

Our Client
Our client is a global leader in cleaning and hygiene solutions. The company has a strong dedication to human health, safety and the environment. They seek dedicated employees to join their team of professionals. The client knows that their greatest asset is their people, for they are essential to delivering the client’s superior customer solutions. 

The Position
This position requires a candidate who is a self-starter, motivated and independently capable of organizing and prioritizing work flow to meet required implementation deadlines. The ideal candidate will be able to identify both leverage and joint advantage opportunities. This position is responsible for the oversight of supplier commitments, ensuring timely deliveries of quality materials. The right candidate will be able to apply common processes, tools and measurement in the execution of their position. The ability to present data clearly and interact well with a variety of people is a must. The spend for this position is $80M.

Requirements
BS Degree in Chemistry or similar field. A working knowledge of JD Edwards/BPCS. Strong logic and analytical skills are necessary along with excellent project management skills. A background in chemical purchasing or engineering is required. Must be able to boast about accomplishments.

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Job Title
Senior Direct Materials Buyer – Leadership Role

Our Client
Our client specializes in the manufacture and sale of steering systems, driveline components, bearings, machine tools, electronic control devices, and home accessory equipment products excelling in safety, reliability, comfort, energy savings, and environmental friendliness. Through a unique combination of manufacturing and systems development, this Company is moving toward the future of intelligent motion technology.

The Position
The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership ability by providing guidance throughout the entire lifespan of a project, from design to completion, to ensure the target cost requirements are met. This person is responsible for the overall performance of suppliers, as well as the negotiation and implementation of long-term supplier contracts. Staying abreast of market trends and new technology will enable this person to effectively communicate with and support engineering and management. This candidate will possess the ability to identify key purchasing-related issues and to apply creative problem-solving skills for appropriate resolution.

Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business is required along with 3-5 years of direct material purchasing experience in the automobile industry. Strong project management skills and the ability to function successfully with considerable latitude are a must for this position. Technical guidance should be required only on unsually complex problems or issues. The ability to travel extensively, both domestic and international.  Strong PC skills, including proficiency with Excel, Word and Access. Professional certification is a plus.

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Job Title
Supply Chain Materials Manager – Newly-created position to merge Purchasing and Materials Management

Our Client
Our client is a highly successful, publicly-traded Company that was begun over 50 years ago and which has been built upon a community of hardworking, talented and dedicated people. Today, their motion control technology enhances performance in a variety of markets and applications, from commercial aircraft cockpits, to power-generation turbines, to Formula One racing, to medical infusion systems. They are positioned on virtually every aircraft in the marketplace, supplying reliable actuation system solutions that are highly supportable and add significant value for their customers.

The Position
This newly-created position will lead the merger of the Materials and Purchasing groups in the company’s Torrance, California operation. The goal of this position will be to create a strategic environment for both groups. The responsibilities will include the total supply chain including Material, Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Control, Dispatch and all Purchasing activities. The qualified candidate will promote effective leadership and provide personal empowerment for their team to meet their goals and challenge their groups. This is a critical position with growth potential.

Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Industrial Management or Engineering is a must, MBA is a plus. 7-8 years minimum of directly-related experience, along with a sound understanding of MRPII. Ability to have ownership of their responsibilities as well as an incredibly high work ethic including professional dignity and respect for their fellow team members. Travel expectancy is 50%.  Relocation is available for the successful candidate.

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Job Title
Strategic Sourcing Manager – Empowered to Make a Difference

Our Client
Our client is a highly successful, publicly-traded Company that was established over 50 years ago and which has been built upon a community of hardworking, talented and dedicated people. Today, their motion control technology enhances performance in a variety of markets and applications, from commercial aircraft cockpits, to power-generation turbines, to Formula One racing, to medical infusion systems. They are positioned on virtually every aircraft in the marketplace, supplying reliable actuation system solutions that are highly supportable and add significant value for their customers.

The Position
This position is the first of its kind in the Strategic Sourcing Department for the Aircraft sector, Commercial Division. The successful candidate will have a combination of technical skills with sole sourcing experience in a solid company. Primary responsibilities will be to identify material cost reduction projects and improve supplier performance. This is an empowerment organization, and the right candidate will have a high level of individual initiative, not relying on a staff to get things done. A strong engineering background along with an understanding of the long gestation of the aircraft industry is imperative. Extensive project management skills are required.

Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is a must, along with excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build strategic relationships. 10-15 years (minimum) of experience that demonstrates a progression to a position that involves Strategic Sourcing and/or Marketing Leadership roles.  Travel expectancy is less than 25%.  Relocation is available for the right candidate.

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Job Title
Vice President of Global Purchasing

Our Client
Our client is one of the largest food services and facilities management companies in the world. With more than $15B revenue and a presence in 80 countries and 29,000 sites, this international company is a real success-story supported by strong internal values. It has two major lines of business: food and facility management services, and service vouchers and cards, with a huge potential for growth for all activities. In the frame of the company globalization of their spending, they are looking for a Vice President Global Purchasing.

The Position
Under the authority of the Marketing & Supply Chain Group Executive Vice President:

• Contribute to the definition, promote and control the implementation of a best-in-class Purchasing policy worldwide
• Coordinate and manage major initiatives for either direct (beverages, food, disposables...) and indirect (travel, IT, fleet...) commodities worldwide
• Improve the Group profitability in optimizing International Agreements with global suppliers
• Propose any enhancement in the processes and  tools at the group level to achieve these results

Requirements

• Experience of 8 years min in a similar market (food, services...) in an international and decentralized frame.
• Bi-cultural (American / French) able to cope with multiple cultures and countries.
• Leadership, charisma, determination. Able to convince and push changes internally and externally.
• Sharing corporate values : Service spirit, Team Spirit, Spirit of Progress
• English fluent, French is a plus
  
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