Buyer

Are you interested in being part of an innovative company with a family oriented culture? Rausch and Pausch LP (RAPA) is hiring in Auburn, AL!

We are looking for a Buyer. The ideal candidate will have one or more years experience as a Buyer, or a related field, preferably in an automotive manufacturing setting.

RAPA offers the following benefits:

• Primary & Secondary medical coverage
• Supplemental Insurance coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401-K with a company match
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Potential Bonus opportunities
• Company paid benefits, including: Vision insurance, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading supplier negotiations and preparation of contracts, including annual contract renewals (Call Orders, etc).
• Responsible for completing tasks in accordance with project timelines and providing detailed updates in Project meetings.
• Buyer is accountable for all project purchasing activities including supplier qualification, negotiations and supplier selection.
• Buyer will support Global Purchasing Suppliers and align with Director of Purchasing and team at the earliest phases of project to determine purchasing strategy (global, local-for-local, etc.)
• Responsible for visiting suppliers to build thorough knowledge for their processes and foster relationship building.
• Coordinates with Supplier Development to closely monitor and develop new suppliers.
• Responsible for issuing RFQs to suppliers, conducting analysis on supplier quotes and competitively sourcing lowest delivered total cost with rationale for prototype and serial production parts.
• Place Purchase Orders for the purchase of components, materials, and invests.
• Negotiate long term strategic sourcing agreements with suppliers.
• Serve as a liaison between Suppliers and RAPA Customers.
• Facilitates continuous improvement and VA/VE workshops with suppliers to improve efficiency and reduce costs for new projects.
• Facilitates technical review of components with suppliers and R&D to finalize technical requirements.
• Organize, update and retain product information files and all purchasing related records.
• Responsible for researching and identifying potential new suppliers and facilitating supplier approval process.
• Carefully monitors cost status of each component and consistently negotiates with supply base to stabilize costs.
• Authorize purchase orders up to $5,000.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferably in engineering, business or related discipline (technical aptitude desirable)
• Purchasing experience of at least 1 year, preferably in automotive manufacturing, or related experience.
• International sourcing experience.
• Strong negotiation skills (cost increase avoidance, long term agreements and contracts).
• Proven cost reduction, continuous improvement & VA/VE experience.
• Professional experience within a global organization, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Common business practices relating to the purchase, pricing, terms, shipment, taxes, and payment of commodities.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and handle multiple projects and assignments with proficiency.
• Ability to travel as required up-to 25%.