Position is responsible for the sourcing and the commercial relationship management of contract manufacturers, primarily supporting the Specialty Division, but potentially other divisions as needed.  Specific responsibilities include negotiation, contracting, supplier management, and leadership of cross functional teams for global sourcing projects. This position is responsible for sourcing strategies for new and existing contract manufacturers, including supporting new product commercialization, as well as serving as a key player in global supply chain work.

Key Responsibilities (in descending order of importance):

1.       Leads cross-functional project teams and sourcing efforts requiring engagement at senior levels of the organization. Engages with Contract Manufacturers at all levels and represents Clorox during sourcing and negotiation efforts.

2.       Develops contract manufacturing strategies for 3 years and beyond for assigned businesses. Has clear understanding of “big picture” and incorporates into decision-making and analysis.

3.       Lead cost savings projects across SBUs or functions specific to spend categories. Evaluates copack supply chains or spends for cost savings opportunities.

4.       Provide input into the Long Range Planning process for your assigned category(s) that aligns category activity with the Strategic Business Units goals and objectives

5.       Manage the assigned division contract manufacturing supply base using SRM methodologies.

6.       Evaluate project successes and failures and drives process changes to improve future projects

7.       Work with the international Clorox colleagues to develop, where appropriate, global contract manufacturing strategies leveraging volume, knowledge  and relationships

8.       Work with R&D and project teams to ensure early involvement of procurement expertise in new innovation projects where contract manufacturing is involved.

9.       Active management of the upstream raw materials, where appropriate, to create competitive advantage for Clorox globally

1. Supports the company’s sustainability strategies by incorporating the concept of recycle, renew, and reuse into all category and sourcing strategies.


2. Supports the company’s diversity strategy by investigating possible sources for diversity spend for all sourcing events

Scope Factors:

People Management & Span of Control (Managers/Supervisors Only): Manages at least one Copack Analyst

Revenue Responsibility (if applicable):

Responsible for $50MM-$100MM of contract manufacturing services

Other Scope Factors: 

Working closely with the Specialty division and the Copack-Make team to create value for the businesses and help shape efficient and responsive supply chains.

Minimum Requirements:

Years and Type of Experience:

¨      Bachelor’s degree

¨      5-10 years of successfully leading strategic procurement work

¨      Strong experience in sourcing of contract manufacturing services, but other sourcing experience may also be applicable

¨      Proven, strong negotiation skills

¨      Demonstrated successful application of strategic sourcing methodologies

¨      Strong knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel, and ERP systems (SAP)

Skills and Abilities:

¨      Strong business and project/cross-functional leadership skills, assertive and diplomatic, self directed, able to manage up and down the organization without authority, willing to hold others accountable

¨      Excellent communication and listening skills

¨      Excellent organizational and analytical skills  

¨      Proven strategic thought leadership

¨      Financial acumen and business plan development

¨      People management – experience or strong potential

Education Level/Degree:

Minimum B.S.