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Job Description

The Electro/ Mechanical Commodity Manager will provide strategic and tactical leadership of a multi-functional team in the creation and implementation of strategy that ensures an uninterrupted flow of materials at the lowest total cost. This person will develop into the focal point, SME and own accountability for all issues related to the commodity engaging appropriate resources as required to achieve annual metrics and reduce risk within our new product development teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops, organizes and implements sourcing strategies to reduce total cost, ensure security of supply and increase operational efficiency while maintaining alignment and commonality with Tektronix product lines and Fortive Corporation sourcing strategies.

• RFQ, selection and qualification of suppliers including capability audits. Negotiation of contracts, NDAs, MOUs while owning supplier relationship development.

• Ongoing performance management of suppliers within the commodity to achieve operational and procurement metrics such as: savings (PPV, VAVE), delivery (OTD & Past due), quality (PPM), lead-time, MOQ, payment terms and innovation.

• Facilitate early engagement and collaboration with Tek engineering to understand technical needs, contribute to roadmap creation and enable alignment of requirements with supplier capabilities.

• Lead a multi-functional team that defines current and future technology needs while using the strength of approved suppliers and potential technology leaders in our markets.

• Balance global requirements of Tektronix with our supply base while expanding our supply chain into SE Asia, to achieve lower risk alternatives.

• Able to use lean tools to drive business results with a continuous improvement approach. Lead workshops and kaizens within an operations environment.

• Identify and mitigate internal and external risks to the commodity including development of business continuity plans with high-risk suppliers.

  Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience; MBA preferred but not required.

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in procurement with demonstrated success in contract negotiation and administration, quality assurance and procurement management.

• Capable of making tradeoffs between technical requirements, quality, commercial terms, risk management, logistics, regional sourcing plans and price when making strategic supplier selection decisions.

• Experience working with design engineers and technical partners to develop roadmaps, statement of work requirements and associated cost models.

• Analytical problem-solving skills and project management experience required.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated business insight.

• Knowledge and experience with electronic components, FPGA, distribution channel and other electrical sub-assemblies is preferred. Experience working with contract manufacturers is highly desirable.

• International, multiple-site experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-functional matrixed team with people in remote locations.

• Microsoft Office applications skills required.

• Ability to travel up to 20% of time.

  Here are a few examples of the traits we value:

  Unquestioned integrity and excellent judgment. Excellent organizational skills, exceptional domain expertise, a high degree of adaptability and the ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities. Solid presentation, communications and influencing skills, demonstrated through all forms of communication. A strong collaborative leadership style with ability to inspire change and build followership across multiple business units, locations, organizational levels, and functions. Strong time management and document management skills with attention to detail Cultural savvy: the ability to work effectively in a global environment. Executive presence with ability to inspire confidence and gain & hold the trust of senior management. Process and results orientation. A history of building sustainable and innovative standard work and systems. Keen problem-solving skills, with a fondness for providing solutions or paths to resolution on complex matters.

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  Due to US Department of Commerce export control regulations governing technical data of Tektronix products, Tektronix needs to know the citizenship of all its employees. Note that US Citizenship is not required for most positions. Hired candidates will be asked to bring proof of citizenship (passport, birth certificate, green card, visa or similar) on their first day of work.

  All jobs require access to Export Administration Regulations AT1 level technology and therefore a license may be required for citizens of Cuba, North Korea, Iran, or Syria. Applicants must be willing to allow or cooperate with the company in applying for a U.S. government license, if necessary. Employment offer is contingent on Tektronix’s ability to apply and obtain a U.S. government license on your behalf, but Tektronix encourages all applicants to apply.

  Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

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Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should ask to speak with a Human Resources representative to request an accommodation.