Key Commodity Manager
Key Commodity Manager FACTS-JR-PEP-09-012
Looking for an exciting opportunity to work as a Key Commodity Manager? Areva T&D has just the opportunity for you!
AREVA T&D is currently seeking a Key Commodity Manager for is FACTS product line. The Key Commodity Manager will Organize, plan, supervise and control the sourcing of R&D / Project / Production purchase, within the Sourcing Strategy of the Business activities and the Sub Product Line instructions. Objective to provide the Units in PET/PEP with the preferred suppliers at the right cost, the right time and the right quality whilst complying with AREVA Values and executing in an ethical manor through the following:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following by are not limited to:
1 Sourcing Strategy
Participate in the definition of the SYS Sourcing Strategy, analyze, propose, recommend and implement the Unit Sourcing Action Plans, in order to optimize the cost, quality and delivery of purchase.Develop clear purchasing strategies (2-4years) for all commodity areas through the Purchasing Administrators and Sourcing Coordinators within other Product Line units.Implement a structured commodity management process and work to adapt sourcing infrastructure with the Product Line Sourcing and logistics Director for HVDC FACTS accordingly.Secure global supply chain capacity for growth and protect against supply chain capacity constraints, and financial exposure.Develop, document and implement robust operating processes:1. Supplier Selection / Approval2. Effective Commodity Management3. Contract Management4. Supplier and Areva APQP Production Readiness5. Supplier Performance Measurement using QD(A2) C6. Supplier Relationship ManagementReduce the Total Acquisition Cost (TAC) of current bought out product and services.
2 Frame agreements
Participate in the preparation, negotiation and implementation of Business strategy, analyze, prepare, negotiate and implement Unit F.A, in order to reduce the cost of the delivered goods and services3 Sourcing development (at Unit level)
Search, select, qualify and propose the most competitive suppliers for technical goods, in order to reach the SYS Sourcing and the Unit's QCD targets4 Sourcing Data
Produce, analyze and provide the Product line / SYS Sourcing and the Unit Managing Director with the Unit's Sourcing indicators, in order to pilot Business Sourcing Strategy and Unit Action Plans5 Strategic Sourcing Support
Support Sourcing and Logistics Director PL / SYS Key Commodity Management structure with Resources / Intelligience / Statistics / Proposals to enable the implementation of global sourcing strategy.6 New products
Within the SYS Sourcing and Unit sourcing teams, using the Suppliers' intelligence, participate in analyzing, advising and supporting new products definition, in order to minimize cost and maximize quality and thus satisfy the Customer7 Team Management (where/if applicable)
Hire, train, motivate and evaluate the people in the Team, in order to provide the Unit with the needed Sourcing competencies and performance8 Commercial Support
Participate, formalize sourcing strategy with commercial departments to support global tender / project activity, in territory when required. Gather business intelligence from supply network to facilitate commercial awareness. Provision of tender tools9. Risk Management
Perform risk analysis and implement risk mitigation actions on all key suppliers with priority to the top 10 sourced suppliers and those identified at risk from the Vendor risk analysis10. Budget (Process)
Define and Implement a systematic process to assess commodity forecast spend and identification of TAC opportunities whilst recognizing the influence of raw material, currency11. Supplier Quality
Acceptance Criteria: Ensure that all suppliers have agreed product quality and functional acceptance criteria to AREVA PES requirements.
Supplier Manual A supplier manual detailing how AREVA wish to trade and what is expected of their supplier's is put in place and distributed to all supplier's
With manufacturing facilities in 41 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO2-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. We are the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field. Our 65,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy. AREVA's businesses help meet the 21st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.
We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.
Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!
Qualifications
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Industrial or Electrical Engineer with 5 to 10 years experience in industrial Sourcing OR University degree in Economics, Marketing or Law + 5 to 10 years experience of industrial Sourcing, post graduate in industrial Sourcing preferred.
- Experience in people management and preferably work experience in different cultures.
Specific knowledge :
- Advanced Sourcing Methods
Business understanding :
- Good knowledge of the Company's operations & of the European marketplace (for EU countries)
- Good understanding of international Business
