Position Overview
SAP USA Truck & Auto Parts is seeking aHead Buyerto take ownership of day-to-day purchasing execution and supplier coordination. The Head Buyer will ensure timely placement of purchase orders manage vendor communications and monitor stock levels to support our fast-paced aftermarket distribution business.
This position requires excellent organizational skills attention to detail and strong knowledge of auto parts categories. Bilingual ability (English/Spanish) is preferred to effectively manage communications with international suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute purchase orders in line with company forecasts and vendor lead times.
- Manage vendor communications for order confirmations production status and shipping schedules.
- Track monitor and expedite shipments to ensure on-time delivery to warehouses.
- Maintain and ensure purchasing team maintains accurate purchasing records and documentation in Netsuite system.
- Review inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stock-outs or overstock.
- Assist with vendor qualification onboarding and compliance documentation.
- Support Purchasing Manager in negotiations and supplier performance reviews.
- Monitor and communicate potential supply chain risks or delays.
- Provide reporting on order status backorders and vendor KPIs.
- Collaborate with logistics to coordinate inbound freight and customs clearance.
- Supervise and mentor a team of Buyers ensuring workload distribution and adherence to purchasing policies.
- Manage escalations with suppliers regarding pricing delays shortages or quality issues.
- Lead process improvement initiatives within the purchasing team to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in business administration Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
- 3 years of purchasing or buying experience preferably in theautomotive aftermarketorindustrial distribution.
- Familiarity with international procurement and shipping practices.
Skills
- Working knowledge of auto parts (electrical drivetrain suspension clutch engine management etc.).
- ERP/ACES or similar system proficiency for purchase orders and cost tracking.
- Strong Excel/data skills for order tracking and vendor reporting.
- Basic knowledge of tariffs HTS codes and customs clearance.
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-up and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and vendor relationship management.
- Bilingual(English/Spanish preferred; Mandarin a plus).
- Team-oriented mindset with ability to support leadership.
Required Experience:
Manager
Position OverviewSAP USA Truck & Auto Parts is seeking aHead Buyerto take ownership of day-to-day purchasing execution and supplier coordination. The Head Buyer will ensure timely placement of purchase orders manage vendor communications and monitor stock levels to support our fast-paced aftermarket...
Position Overview
SAP USA Truck & Auto Parts is seeking aHead Buyerto take ownership of day-to-day purchasing execution and supplier coordination. The Head Buyer will ensure timely placement of purchase orders manage vendor communications and monitor stock levels to support our fast-paced aftermarket distribution business.
This position requires excellent organizational skills attention to detail and strong knowledge of auto parts categories. Bilingual ability (English/Spanish) is preferred to effectively manage communications with international suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute purchase orders in line with company forecasts and vendor lead times.
- Manage vendor communications for order confirmations production status and shipping schedules.
- Track monitor and expedite shipments to ensure on-time delivery to warehouses.
- Maintain and ensure purchasing team maintains accurate purchasing records and documentation in Netsuite system.
- Review inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stock-outs or overstock.
- Assist with vendor qualification onboarding and compliance documentation.
- Support Purchasing Manager in negotiations and supplier performance reviews.
- Monitor and communicate potential supply chain risks or delays.
- Provide reporting on order status backorders and vendor KPIs.
- Collaborate with logistics to coordinate inbound freight and customs clearance.
- Supervise and mentor a team of Buyers ensuring workload distribution and adherence to purchasing policies.
- Manage escalations with suppliers regarding pricing delays shortages or quality issues.
- Lead process improvement initiatives within the purchasing team to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in business administration Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
- 3 years of purchasing or buying experience preferably in theautomotive aftermarketorindustrial distribution.
- Familiarity with international procurement and shipping practices.
Skills
- Working knowledge of auto parts (electrical drivetrain suspension clutch engine management etc.).
- ERP/ACES or similar system proficiency for purchase orders and cost tracking.
- Strong Excel/data skills for order tracking and vendor reporting.
- Basic knowledge of tariffs HTS codes and customs clearance.
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-up and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and vendor relationship management.
- Bilingual(English/Spanish preferred; Mandarin a plus).
- Team-oriented mindset with ability to support leadership.
Required Experience:
Manager
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