Director, Supplier Account Management

Develops, aligns and implements commodity strategies. Engages with the PLC process to ensure alignment with the commodity strategies. Drives resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time, which may include engagement with sub-tiers in the supply chain. Develops and presents high level cost reduction opportunities. Approves/final authority, delivers and manages Supplier Performance Improvement Plans. Drives formal supplier performance reviews. Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business. Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices. Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy. Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience.