Strategic Commodity Manager - Mechanical Components

Yaskawa America, Inc. - Drives & Motion Division is a U.S. corporation, created to provide Automation Solutions and Support to our customers in North America, Central America, and South America. Yaskawa is the world's largest manufacturer of AC Inverter Drives, Servo and Motion Control, and Robotics Automation Systems. Products are marketed through direct sales, partners, representatives, dealers, and distributors. Yaskawa America, Inc. - Drives & Motion Division is a wholly-owned corporation of Yaskawa Electric Corporation of Japan. Since 1915, Yaskawa Electric has served the world needs for products to improve global productivity through Automation. We look to hire people who value a positive work culture, want to be part of a winning team, and have a desire to learn and grow. Yaskawa's culture of continuous improvement values hiring individuals that are looking for the opportunity to stretch their current talents and skills to the next level and beyond.  If you have a passion for Strategic Sourcing, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

In this role you will plan and execute strategy for key commodities, promote supplier collaboration and cross functional engagement of suppliers and key YAI stakeholders, including Product Management, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain Management and Quality. You will represent Strategic Sourcing in key cross-functional efforts.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or Business Administration. With a MBA or Masters of Engineering degree being a huge plus! To be successful you should have 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience, including demonstrated experience in negotiations, supplier contracts, cost reduction initiatives, and supporting manufacturing operations. Extensive experience in sourcing sheet metal fabrications and precision machining along with some experience in sourcing plastic components. Experience in directly sourcing raw materials is preferred. Expertise in effective application of strategic sourcing methodologies and tools, including TCO, VAVE, LCC Sourcing and Make-vs-Buy processes is a must. Must be highly analytical, demonstrate strong leadership skills and creative problem solving abilities.