• Commodity Buyer- Forgings, Driveline, Stampings,…

    Nexteer Automotive (Saginaw, MI)


    Position Overview

    As a Commodity Buyer, you will play a critical role in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of your assigned commodities while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability and ensuring that supply base meets cost, quality, launch and delivery commitments

    Main Responsibilities

    + Leads full sourcing process with activities as RFQ/RFI, technical reviews and obtain Council approval for new business awards.

    + Works in cooperation with other Nexteer functions to make the best supplier selection for Nexteer.

    + Conducts market research to identify potential suppliers and products that meet the organization's needs.

    + Negotiates contracts for prices and terms with outside suppliers for new and carryover components.

    + Develops and maintains commodity strategies in cooperation with other regions and in alignment with organizational needs and targets.

    + Follows market price trends and general business activities.

    + Manages supplier commercial issues.

    + Ensures compliance to GSM Policies and Procedures.

    + Establishes annual material budget and performs monthly budget analysis.

    + Works with suppliers and Nexteer resources to identify, develop and implement material cost savings.

    + Develop new suppliers/disruptors to properly support the needs of each product line

    + Negotiate, implement and maintain up to date prices per material contracts with supply base in alignment with customer agreements.

    Job Requirements

    + Have a 4yr University degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or any other relevant field

    + 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry in purchasing of direct material.

    + Experience in commodity purchasing like Forgings, Driveline, Stampings, Rubber, Plastics

    + Able to function independently with minimal supervision & technical guidance.

    + Excellent negotiation skills.

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills & interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

    + Good organization and documentation abilities.

    + Working knowledge of MS office.

    + Ability to read blueprints and understand basic engineering documents.

    + Strong knowledge of the specific commodities, materials, and products being purchased.

    + High analytical ability in complex situations with a strong knowledge of Purchasing strategies & skills

    + Must be able to travel up to 15%