Interior Buyer II - Seating
Interior Buyer II - Seating
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ABOUT SLATE
Slate is a new US company that is exploring opportunities in the electric vehicle space.
Who we are looking for:
Slate is looking for an energetic organized experienced Buyerto join our growing team that brings a roll up the sleeves approach to getting things done as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast frugal spy and fun. Important skills include accountability strategic thinking relationship building business case analysis and negotiation.
What you get to do:
- Develop a strategic supply base lead supplier commercial negotiations manage supplier RFIs RFQs and commercial agreements manage sourcing process to meet program cost targets deliverables and Job 1 timing
- Quote and negotiate pricing with suppliers for the purchase of seat commodities for both front and rear/SUV. (seat structure trim foam track and assembly as well as OCS (Occupant Classification System) and Seat Track Sensor.
- Assist in the resolution of cost quality and delivery issues affecting the supply work together with product development quality and other purchasing teams to leverage
- Develop strategies and implement solutions meet cost target associated with BOM identify and implement cost reductions
- Drive quality with suppliers ensure supplier adherence to our Global Terms and Conditions
- Analysis of data from a variety of internal and external sources to deliver the best value
- Communicate risks and priorities as needed to ensure resolution.
What you bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering.
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
- Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency.
- Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation i.e. SAP Plex
- Strong analytical interpersonal and communication skills
- High level of integrity
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic fastpaced startup environment.
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at or.
Employment Type
Full Time
