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Supporting the commodity Manager of Fabricated Metal Category across all business units. The primary objective is to build and lead Rubbermaid Commercial sourcing strategy execution that deliver a competitive advantage, productivity gains, lead-time reductions, service level improvement, and supplier quality goals. The current spend is comprised of global supplier base and is spread across our global manufacturing facilities in North America, Latin America.

Responsibilities:

• Support day to day activities in the following areas:

• Raw Material Discontinuation, NPD Activities, Quality, Manufacturing Supplier Performance Goals, Make vs. Buy Analysis, and Acts as the point of accountability for escalation and arbitration for supplier related issues.

• Actively monitor and drive resolution for current / future issues related to categories with long development / replacement timing

• Support the category manager in development and execution of sourcing strategies for the fabricated metal components category, including leading these activities with designated suppliers:

• Quotation preparation and negotiation activities

• Product / Part Qualification

• NPD Support

• Develop and lead productivity projects in support of business goals based on - but not limited to the following areas:Supplier selection, Supplier Consolidation / Introduction, Negotiated Savings, NPD Changes, Quality Enhancements, Raw Material Changes.

• Lead negotiations related to projects affecting your suppliers/commodities.

• General supplier management including communicating and resolving daily issues between internal organizations and suppliers, leading weekly cross-functional team calls to cover open issues, actively working/monitoring quality and performance issues.

• Conduct regular domestic and international supplier business reviews with strategic suppliers that include supplier performance reviews, technology roadmaps, business growth strategies and supply market changes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as supply/demand planning, operations, engineering, marketing, quality and finance to effectively drive accurate material forecasting, purchasing, compliance and standardized processes that enable continuity of supply, reduces E&O exposure, lowers material cost and ensures alignment between sourcing strategy and overall Operating Segment objectives.

• Conduct regular domestic and international supplier business reviews with strategic suppliers that include supplier performance reviews, technology roadmaps, business growth strategies and supply market changes.

• Conduct research and analyze international supply marketplace, maintain working knowledge of international business trends including global industry issues, cost drivers, global pricing, global market conditions, and economic indicators.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in sourcing, engineering, manufacturing, or related field.

• 24 years’ experience in global sourcing or supply chain.

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication and time management skills.

• Project Execution: Assist in detailed project plans including cost and timeline.

• Strong analytical (root cause analysis), and problem-solving.

• Self-motivated and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to travel up to 25% of time.

• Strong Negotiation skills.

_Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.