.First full level of specialization; applies expertise in more than one area of specialization. Work is performed within established professional standards, established policy, and/or established objectives. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Incumbents are accountable for quality of work delivered by external suppliers as applicable. May influence others outside of team to ensure goals are met and resolves conflicts in an effective manner. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may have a negative impact on the site's/major function's operations, schedules, and/or performance goals. Receives guidance primarily on unique, unusual, or controversial problems or questions. May lead a work group or project team consisting of one or more support staff and/or tech/professional staff with some coaching from own supervisor, or may provide advice and guidance in area of specialty. Seeks out new avenues for building internal and external relationships; maintains contacts withexisting relationships.Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:This role is geared to the SCM needs of a large complex customer, that either is linked to many Celestica sites and/or has a mix of both Box and PCBA production. The responsibilities span the total supply chain including the Supplier, material flow, Planning and Customer interface. Acts as primary contact for the Customer and other Sites that serve the Customer as it relates to material supply strategies. Leads the design, development and implementation of key SCM strategies that support Customer and / or SCM business needs across a single or multiple sites. Works with Celestica, Customers, and Suppliers to provide collaborative solutions that anticipate their business needs. Provides SCM technical, business process, and project leadership to the Buying and Planning community, utilizing local and Regional SCM resources. Advises senior management of process issues, opportunities and recommends action plans. Understands the Customer's demand and current market supply trends, and works proactively with the Customer, Buyers and Planners to maintain a balanced material supply that includes landed cost considerations. Participates as the initial SCM materials contact on new product or transfer implementation teams. Provides escalation support for SCM, Customer, or Supplier issues. Utilizes knowledge of the Customer Contract to support SCM strategies**Knowledge/Skills/Competencies**:- Broad knowledge of an electronic manufacturing environment, materials and processes.- Knowledge of Celestica's global supply chain including strategies and objectives