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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Commodity Analyst located in Flex Batam.

Reporting to the Sr Materials Manager the Commodity Analyst role is responsible for development, execution and pricing of procurement risk strategies for Flex (focus on Direct Materials).

What a typical day looks like:

Responsible for the development, recommendation, and execution of optimal sourcing strategies for certain items.Develop a technical, statistical and fundamental assessment for each commodity.Lead cash negotiations and secure advantageous commercial agreements with approved suppliers.Negotiate terms and conditions for annual and multi-year purchase commitments.Coordinate selection of transportation modes and carriers which will result in lowering the delivered costs of materials while assuring continuity of quality supply, flexibility to respond to changing requirements and maintenance of vendor relationships for long term benefits.Cost Management/Reduction/Cost Avoidance.Manage inventories associated with the strategic commodities to avoid additional expense or shortage to the company.Analysis of commodity risk positions reported to multiple levels of the organization.Develop plans resulting in cost savings, synergies, quality improvements and supply chain efficiencies.Analyze hedge effectiveness and calculate cost savings and avoidance.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and equivalent experienceAt least 2–3 years’ of relevant work experience or with materials buyer experienceGood communication skill proficient in EnglishProven Program Management and negotiation skillsExperience with commodities and supplier-managementGreat eye for details and good analytical skill

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

Full range of medical benefits, dental, visionLife InsurancePTO

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Job CategoryGlobal Procurement & Supply Chain

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