Commodity Leader (Supply Chain)

A great opportunity has arisen to join the growing commodity team as part of the Cheltenham sourcing team. This is a key role which supports the exciting growth and strategic direction of the Cheltenham campus. Creating and driving commodity strategy in line with wider business direction and supplier landscape, this role is critical to defining our future success and would suit someone who thrives in a fast paced, complex environment. As always with a role in Aerospace, compliance is critical, both in the considered management of change, but also compliance to Government Purchasing Regulations, but the opportunity to drive change is significant!,

• Develop and implement strategies to create an efficient supply chain and reduce commodity purchase costs
• Using supplier segmentation define supplier relationship strategy, manage that relationship through program life-cycle
• Lead cross functional strategic business reviews including performance reviews
• Work along side NPI team to ensure supplier selection for new programs is aligned to defined strategy
• Determine the requirement for dual sourcing and develop best cost country opportunities
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to deliver long term agreements
• Document negotiations and contract awards in line with company and regulatory requirements (specifically DFARS compliance)
• Includes commercial sourcing management such as data analysis, negotiations support, etc. This may also include purchasing activities
• Negotiate the best commercial and technical package for procurement requirements
• Lead Cost reduction activities with suppliers
• Support critical or systemic supplier performance recovery
• Work to minimise supplier risk by establishing strategies for risk evaluation
• Research potential vendors and compare their products, prices, and services
• Conduct analyses of market conditions and trends and use this information to predict future supply needs.
• Communicate strategy and commodity updates cross functionally across organisation
  
  Degree qualified and/or relevant experience
• Possess exceptional motivational, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Proven analytical and organisational ability
• Outstanding commitment to compliance
Desired Characteristics
• Knowledge of Oracle ERP
• Lean/Continuous training and implementation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing priorities
• Project management skills
Flexible Working

GE Aerospace is a major manufacturer of aircraft engines and components partnering with the world's major aerospace companies covering commercial, business jet and military applications., GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance. Total Reward At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
• Pension
• Bonus
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS (http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard)