Buyer II, MRO, Capex & Returnables

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for an energetic organized and experienced Buyer II MRO CapEx & Returnables to join our growing team. This role requires someone who brings a roll up the sleeves mindset and thrives in a fast-paced startup environment where responsibilities are wide-ranging and collaboration is key.

We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast frugal scrappy and fun. Important skills include accountability strategic thinking relationship building business case analysis and negotiation.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Develop and manage a strategic supply base for MRO (Maintenance Repair & Operations) capital equipment and returnable packaging.

• Lead supplier RFIs RFQs negotiations and commercial agreements to meet cost targets project timelines and operational requirements.

• Source and purchase maintenance supplies facility services capital equipment tooling and returnable packaging systems supporting manufacturing and operations.

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering Facilities Logistics and Finance teams to support plant readiness production uptime and capital investment projects.

• Manage sourcing activities related to production equipment automation plant infrastructure and facility improvements.

• Support implementation and procurement of returnable packaging systems racks totes and containers to support efficient logistics and material flow.

• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities supplier consolidation and process improvements across MRO and indirect spend categories.

• Monitor supplier performance and ensure delivery quality and service levels meet operational requirements.

• Ensure supplier compliance with Slates Global Terms and Conditions and commercial agreements.

• Analyze purchasing data and market intelligence to support strategic sourcing decisions and cost optimization.

• Identify supply risks and work with internal teams to ensure continuity of operations and plant uptime.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.

• 810 years of experience in Procurement Supply Chain or Engineering within automotive manufacturing or industrial environments.

• Proven experience sourcing MRO supplies capital equipment facilities services or industrial equipment.

• Experience managing indirect spend categories and supplier negotiations.

• Familiarity with returnable packaging systems logistics equipment or manufacturing material flow solutions is a plus.

• Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills.

• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and drive operational and cost improvements.

• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP Plex or similar platforms.

• Strong analytical interpersonal and communication skills.

• High level of integrity and accountability.

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced startup environment.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE

At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast Frugal and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

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.

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