What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commodity Manager position at Latham, The Pool Company?
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At Latham Pool Products, we don’t just make swimming pools; we create opportunities for backyard dreams to come true. As the leading manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, we are committed to delivering innovation, quality, and sustainability in everything we do.
We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer :
A culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect.
Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.
Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and skill development.
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A little about the position :
Job Summary
The Commodity Manager will be responsible for direct and / or indirect strategic sourcing of raw materials, goods and services including the end-to-end process from source to contract. This role leads the development and execution of strategic procurement plans by clearly understanding the spend and supplier / stakeholder landscape while leveraging market intelligence, industry knowledge and cross functional collaboration. The role will build strong internal and external relationships to support business objectives, while driving supply chain optimization, risk mitigation, productivity and supplier development.
Some of What You Will Do :
Develop, communicate, execute and optimize strategic procurement plans for assigned spend categories including but not limited to raw material components, MRO, services, facilities, energy, supplies, IT, marketing, etc.…
Partner with internal leaders and end users for sourced materials to drive business alignment, shared goals and targets, that strengthen the procurement team as an enabler of value.
Successfully plan and lead supplier negotiations to meet business requirements that provide the most value to Latham. Consider elements such as assurance of supply, total cost of ownership, entitlement, quality, service, innovation, ease of internal buying.
Develop business processes to drive improved spend under management. Drive processes and spend control in the plants and functions.
Prepare, lead supplier selections and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability of items to specifications. Proactively manage supplier relationships and work with supplier accounts to identify areas of improvement for costs, quality, and service.
Improve contract coverage and help support integration efforts.
Analyze market conditions to determine present and future price direction, availability of goods & services and reports analysis. Communicate to key internal stakeholders and utilize for future strategy development.
Build and maintain external supplier and vendor relationships, as well as internal relationships with key stakeholders and internal customers to better understand their sourcing requirements.
Maintain item purchase price database, updating costs in conjunction with Finance including item maintenance within computer system to ensure correct purchase pricing is loaded for Buyer / Planners
Facilitate, manage, organize and communicate on major quality / supply / service problems and act as the lead liaison with the Vendor or supplier until quality issue is corrected
Organize, administrate and report on the testing of potential new items / Vendors of existing items through the utilization of company processes. Approves new item additions to our software, via ECO / ECN process
Report on purchasing related activities such as cost savings, rebates, vendor evaluations, inflation / deflation.
Perform supplier and vendor risk management strategics and ensure supplier continuity.
Improve working capital through payment terms, cycle optimization, vendor managed inventories, inventory and lead time reductions.
What You Bring to the Table : (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required, purchasing certification through recognized organizations (i.e. CPSM, CIP, CPP, SCMP) a plus, MBA preferred.
Five years minimum purchasing experience, ownership (indirect sourcing (functional or MRO), packaging preferred), supplier development, strategic planning, purchasing activities
Experience with ERP / MRP and supply chain processes.
Skilled negotiator and familiar with e-auctions, indirect supplier platforms
Great interpersonal skills, ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and external parties
Analytical skills : experience analyzing data, preparing and presenting reports
Strong project leadership skills driving procurement strategies
Industry and manufacturing experience
Experience interpreting, negotiating, and modifying documents such as contracts, quotations & agreements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organized, analytical and detail oriented
Excellent computer skills; intermediate to advanced levels in Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a challenging / dynamic environment
Some travel required
Why should you come work with Us?
Comprehensive Benefits for you and your family include :
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA and FSA plans available
401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%
Paid Time Off – 3 to 5 weeks per year with weekly accruals starting day one
Holidays - 11 Paid, eligible on day one
Life / ADD Insurance and Short / Long Term Disability insurance with buy up options
Professional Development : Training programs, Tuition Reimbursement, and growth opportunities.
Supportive Environment : A culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and respect.
Some Important Information for you :
Position Title : Commodity Manager
Location : Latham
Employment Type : Hybrid
Status : Full-time
Salary Range : $90,000-$125,000
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across US geographic markets. Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Bonus : MIB-Tier 3- 10% of base pay
Latham Pool Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our hiring process includes drug screening, background check & E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
The submission of your resume will expedite the review of your information.
Apply Today!
If you are ready to leverage your expertise and make an impact at Latham Pool Products, we’d love to hear from you! Apply and upload your resume to our team today by following this link : Careers Page. (https : / / www.lathampool.com / about-us / careers / )
Salary : $90,000 - $125,000
