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Buyer
Elizabethtown, KY
Our client, a global automotive manufacturer, is searching for a Buyer to join their team in Elizabethtown, KY. This position is responsible for sourcing, negotiating and managing suppliers for direct and indirect materials in an automotive supplier environment. The ideal candidate will be someone experienced with engineering change management and supplier management, supplier commercial and order management as well as supply chain cost and performance management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead end-to-end Request for Quote (RFQ) process and manage procurement of raw materials, components and tooling for automotive programs while leading negotiations to achieve cost savings
- Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate supplier capabilities as well as manage full lifecycle of supplier risk and vetting potential suppliers.
- Conduct cost analysis which includes but is not limited to detailed breakdowns of material, labor and process costs.
- Prepare for new product launches by organizing supplier readiness, APQP documentation and PPAP submissions.
- Identify cost-reduction and value-engineering opportunities through collaboration with engineering and suppliers.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science degree required, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years purchasing experience within automotive industry (Tier 1 and/or Tier 2) required
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, AS400 or MAPICS) and advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite required
- Experienced leading complex supplier negotiations
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers as well as proven leadership and conflict management skills
- Domestic and international travel required