Commodity Purchasing Manager

The position of Commodity Purchasing Manager will be based out of Denver, CO!

 

Summary
The Commodity Purchasing Manager is responsible for Commodities management/purchasing in developing and implementing a business plan to increase sales and market share in the Commodities Category. Maintains a clear understanding of the regional market and gives guidance to the Commercial, Pricing, and Procurement teams.

 

What You’ll Do

• In partnership with the region Procurement groups and vendors, negotiates on commodity needs within the region. Includes cost negotiation and local rebate negotiation
• Commercial support on projects and blanket negotiation in line with Offer Plan and Commercial Story with the branch and regional teams
• Work with Pricing and Procurement teams on system cost management driven by understanding market dynamics as well as profitability of the category
• Has a clear view on the regional market and gives guidance to the commercial teams
• Develop plans with our Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers at a regional and local level to yield better market growth as well as achieve back margin objectives
• Responsible for achieving the sales goals identified in the planning process
• Responsible for ensuring that projects and new market opportunities are identified, and successful sales plans implemented for each
• Actively promote products through participation at local trade shows, customer seminars, and other local distributor promotions
• Work with the commercial teams to identify and develop new service offerings as they relate to the Commodity Category
• Establish appropriate metrics to track the local success of product launches and promotional programs to meet local sales objectives. Takes corrective action when necessary to maximize effectiveness
• Responsibility for Commodity category for purchasing activities. Defined as Generic and Non-Generic
• Develop and implement strategies to attack competition and increase market penetration using marketing tools (i.e., Digital Tools, promotions, service tools, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

 

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
 

What You’ll Need

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree in sales or marketing
• 5+ years of purchasing, sales, or related experience
• Experience in Commodity Management in Electrical or related industry
• Practical experience within the electrical supply distribution industry a plus

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of market dynamics and ability to drive the most effective supplier alignment
• Knowledge of related products and services to core category, and ability to implement complimentary strategies to achieve objectives
• Ability to read and write routine reports or job orders
• Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees within the organization
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Ability to understand market conditions, competitive forces, determine market share, and identify opportunities for growth

 

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold    None
• Exposed to bio hazardous conditions    None
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations    None
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock    None
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment    None
• Travels to offsite locations    Occasionally – up to 20%