Indirect Procurement Buyer II

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 experienced Indirect Procurement Buyer II to 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 scrappy 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 negotiations and manage RFIs RFQs Master Services Agreements and commercial agreements in accordance with Slates Indirect Procurement requirements. Source services goods and equipment while addressing best cost quality and delivery.

Take ownership of Automotive Indirect Procurement ensuring precision fit supplier readiness risk mitigation and launch timing. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost reductions drive supplier quality and ensure adherence to Slate General Terms and Conditions.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelors degree
• 8-10 years of experience in Indirect Procurement.
• Proven experience sourcing Automotive Indirect services goods and equipment.
• 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 NetSuite Zip
• Strong analytical interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of integrity
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced start-up environment with strong follow-through to complete projects on time
• Professional Services procurement experience in R&D is a plus.

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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