This position will solicit and analyze quotations from suppliers negotiating pricing payment terms and stocking levels that support production requirements. Prepare request for bids to suppliers ensure supply agreements are in place lead purchasing support of new product initiatives (protypes EP MP) and maintain dual sources to mitigate risk and maintain suppliers competitiveness. Evaluate and maintain supplier reliability develop new supply sources visit suppliers facilities and needed ensure suppliers meet PPAP requirements. Support Buyer activities where necessary. Work with leadership to identity costsaving opportunities.
Your tasks
- Bachelors degree required in business materials management operations management or related field.
- APICSPurchasing Certification a plus
- International Supply Chain Management experience
- Five years progressive management and supervisory experience preferably in a fastpaced manufacturing environment
- Negotiating analytical and problemsolving skills
- SAP along with Intermediate level of PC literacy and basic understanding of integrated Manufacturing software systems.
- Knowledge with Automated Manufacturing Systems
- Selfmotivated with strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines
- Experience in VMI
Your profile
- Directs acquisition of materials components and supplies to support production schedules.
- Develops and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors in close cooperation with global procurement department.
- Able to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.
- Manages risk relating to quality cost delivery and supply of purchases.
- Monitors market trends and conditions.
Required Experience:
Manager