Global Procurement (GP) is accountable for the strategic sourcing of Direct Materials, Tooling and Equipment, needed for the manufacturing and assembly of Dyson products, securing the material readiness for product launches and achieving the cost targets of the bills of material.
We are looking for a Global Commodity Manager who will be responsible for the Global commodity procurement activities (end-to-end) for plastic/resin sub commodities.
You will be the Dyson Global Commodity Expert both strategically and operationally.
Responsible for the Global Commodity Strategy, ensuring it is implemented and continuously evolving as well as being relevant to the Company Blueprint, Company technology roadmap, Global Mega trends and market forces.
The role will ensure adherence to the complete Global Commodity process (including, but not limited to, the RFQ for initial project development, transferred projects and current projects) according to company policy and the 5 rights approaches. (Right source/quality/cost/qty/time).
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) - Identify and implement SRM development plans for all the suppliers within the commodity.
Identify and evaluate potential alternate suppliers globally, assessing their technical and innovative capabilities, quality standards, and cost competitiveness.
Responsible for leading all negotiations for pricing, contracts and SLA’s and leadtime.
Devising creative cost down opportunities with suppliers to maximise savings and growth potential
Organise, utilise and lead both internal and external resources to ensure the Global commodity objectives are achieved.
Enhancing data and insight of the commodity to proactively make strategic decisions to benefit the business.
Partner with stakeholders across multiple functions particularly RDD on cost engineering and design for cost.
Manage the supply base to deliver sourcing on cost, on time, on spec and on quality.
Business or Engineering Degree level qualification or above.
Substantial experience in procurement/supply chain and direct material sourcing.
Has previously Managed Product Development and various types of Commodities.
Proficient negotiator with proven abilities in influencing people at all levels in the organization.
Good knowledge of legal regulations and contract setting.
Self-motivated, accurate and operates with the highest ethical standards.
Demonstrate understanding of technical, manufacturing and testing methods and processes relevant to the commodity.
Thrives in ambiguity and a faced paced environment
Proven track record of proactive leadership of complex, global programs.
Proven track record of successful Commodity Management.
Fluent spoken and written English.
Dyson monitors the market to ensure competitive salaries and bonuses. Beyond that, you’ll enjoy a transport allowance and comprehensive medical care and insurance. But financial benefits are just the start of a Dyson career. Professional growth, leadership development and new opportunities abound, driven by regular reviews and dynamic workshops. And with a vibrant culture, the latest devices and a relaxed dress code reflecting our engineering spirit, it’s an exciting team environment geared to fuelling and realising ambition. #LI-AK
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Dyson solves real-world problems and creates better products through the application of engineering, science, design and creativity. It is a family-owned, global technology company, founded by Sir James Dyson who remains at the helm alongside his son Jake.
Since inventing the first cyclonic bagless vacuum cleaner, the DC01, Dyson has consistently invested in research and development to improve its products and technologies radically. Dyson offers products across a growing range of areas: floorcare, air purification, robotics, haircare including formulations, lighting, hand drying, and most recently audio. Dyson continues to expand into new areas.
Today, Dyson sells products in more than 80 markets, has 450 Dyson stores worldwide and is available in all major technology and beauty retailers. Dyson has global headquarters in Singapore and major technology campuses in Singapore, the UK, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Its global team of engineers, scientists and software developers are focused on developing technology-enabled products which work better and which people love to use. Key areas of focus have included high-speed electric digital motors, sensing and vision systems, robotics, machine learning and aerodynamics.
Beyond products, to encourage an inventive future, Dyson is also inspiring the next generation of engineers and inventors through the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology, the James Dyson Foundation and the James Dyson Award.
The Dyson family applies its problem-solving approach in other fields, and established Dyson Farming in 2012. It is one of the largest farming businesses in the UK, extending to 36,000 acres across Lincolnshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. It is a family-owned enterprise unlike any other, focussed on long-term investment in British farming and the countryside to grow tasty and nutritious food.
