Manager, Strategic Supply Chain 2

General Overview

Functional Area: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Career Stream: Market Supply Chain (SCM_MSC)
Role: Manager 2
Job Title: Manager, Strategic Supply Chain 2
Job Code: MG2-SCM-MSC
Job Level: Level 10
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager - JDM (Joint Design and Manufacturing) to join our global team
to lead our strategic sourcing, supplier selection & development, commodity engineering, component engineering
and materials cost-reduction initiatives in support of our Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CCS) segment.
The successful candidate will have significant experience in both customer management, and design for supply
chain initiatives. The incumbent will lead the efforts of multiple support organizations, globally, to ensure a
successful engagement with Celestica’s product design customers.

Detailed Description

Supports delivery of projects developed by Celestica’s Global Design Services organization. 
Provides direction for source selection and ensures proper process implementation.
Works with the Commodity Management teams to ensure negotiations meet business requirements and growth
plans.
Works with the supply chain management process for customers, from materials pricing and BOM analysis to
delivery execution and flexibility performance.
Quotes and negotiates critical high dollar or strategic commodities, or provides direction to a team of
commodity managers.
Provides support in the analysis of costed customer bids or quarterly BOM Costing exercises for global
customers.  
Works with Global Design team to optimize Design for supply chain performance of Celestica products.
Provides direction to Commodity Management teams on contract negotiations.
Supports quarterly business reviews with customers, and with senior management at key/strategic suppliers.
Provides leadership and direction with respect to interaction with suppliers. Leads process development and
development of commodity strategies. 
Has regular communication with customers related to demand, commitments, non-performing inventory, and
future process changes /improvements.
Supports projects or programs on a global basis. 
Ability to interact with employees at all levels including executives and/or major customers.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

In-depth knowledge and understanding of supply chain management, distribution methods, and global
transportation services and inventory management.
Good understanding of IT concepts and integrated business applications.
Good knowledge in all areas of import / export, regulatory and logistics management
Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem resolution skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to resolve complex issues & problems internally and externally
Significant skills required in multi-tasking and time management
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external
customers.
Able to work effectively cross- functionally and with other sites to achieve objectives.
Frequent travel to related sites is required (up to 25%)

Typical Experience

9+ years of relevant experience and previous experience within electronic manufacturing environment.

Typical Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field (Engineering or Materials Management), or consideration of an equivalent
combination of education and experience

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.