Buyer- Advanced Purchasing

The Buyer- Advanced Purchasing is responsible for the execution of allpurchasing requirements in in the product development process. They will be responsible for the procurementof various commodities including plastic parts electronic parts and stampings.

EssentialFunctions

• Develop and manage the supplier base for regional and global suppliers
• Negotiate with suppliers for goods and services for best possible pricing quality and schedule
• Manage RFQ process for new product development
• Act as functional lead supporting a structured project development process working in close collaboration with commodity buyers
• Coordinate the qualification of new suppliers
• Utilize organization-wide purchasing policies and ensure compliance
• Develop and maintain supplier performance metrics and systems
• Research new supplies and services drive recommendations designed to reduce costs and improve quality
• Maintain all required records of purchases prices and deliveries
• Serve as purchasing subject matter expert in areas related to changing material and commodity market conditions
• Coordinate all purchasing activities with global purchasing organization

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in business administration or relatedfield. Technical or Supply Chain degreepreferred
• 10 years related experience. Previous experience with automotive or electronicsproducts preferred
  
• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) certification a plus
• SAP ERP experience is preferred
• Knowledge of automotive product validation processes and documentation preferred
• Knowledge of supplier development and sourcing in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work within a cross-functional globally matrix project team environment
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings tooling specifications and electronics material specifications and technical standards
• Previous experience with electronic switches is preferred
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills (grammar) including negotiation and influencing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior management supervisors vendors and employees
• Ability to prepare complex written reports and other documents
• Ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions

Core Values We Admire:

• Integrity You believe in honest and transparent communication internally and externally
• Flexibility You enjoy a fast-paced dynamic environment and remain positive and agile when plans change and evolve
• Partnership You are an excellent team player who is able to build strong relationships and effectively partner with other team members to achieve results
• Innovation You think outside of the box and share your ideas with the team to support new and game changing technology
• Pursuit of Excellence You strive to be the best in and out of Marquardt

The Perks of Working at Marquardt:

• Innovative products and diverse customer base
• Competitive compensation and paid vacation annually plus personal time
• Generous benefits including medical dental vision and life insurance that start on your first day as well as disability and 401k with matching
• Support and resources to continue your learning and development including a tuition reimbursement program
• Supplier discounts on GM Stellantis and Ford
• Amazingly smart and fun teammates and a management team invested in your development and success
• Company events such as picnics and holiday gatherings and supporting the community as a team