Basic Purpose of Position
Components Buyer focuses on commercial supplier matters, efficiency and cost reduction negotiations while supporting our supply chain within WH division and other Divisions as needed. Ideal candidate should be self-motivated, driven and able to take the lead in learning processes and systems, meeting with suppliers and proactively seeking cost reductions. Buyer will support all functions of the Wire Harness Purchasing Department as determined by management.
Basic Position Duties
- Request for quotation (RFQ) to raw material suppliers. Manage price entry files for assigned parts.
- Negotiate yearly cost reduction with assigned vendors. Review of VA/VE costs savings ideas and coordinate with DE, QA and other related departments as needed.
- NCL (New Component List review traceability) daily review of RFQ needed parts for systems registration. Enter new prices in IPS and/or BPCS.
- Review monthly supplier scorecard and coordination of QCD review with supplier and pertinent suppliers as needed.
- Analyze price comparison, logistics routes, MOQ, etc. Maintain procurement records, parts, tooling, or purchase services.
- Understand OEM/Internal customer requirements and source business based on supplier resources.
- RFQ, analyze tool quotes, submit ML (Maker Layout) to management for review. Support in kick-off new tools to suppliers. Review program/ tooling timing with DE, CEG, and suppliers.
- Review supply base financial information (D&B) on monthly basis. Maintain and track invoice control to ensure on time payment to vendors.
- Other duties assigned.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, 3-5 years of strong purchasing/ planning background
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- MS Office skills, 3-5 years
- Strong Excel skills
- Regular travel required
- Able to work in team environment
The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description but describes the general nature and level of work to be performed by the individual assigned to this position. The department manager may at times change or add to the above duties.
Note: Associates interested in this position should submit a résumé to their Human Resources Department. An indication of interest in a position by an Associate does not ensure the Associate will be considered for the position. Other Associates who do not indicate an interest in the position may be selected by the company to fill the position. There is not a requirement that an internal candidate be awarded a position over an outside candidate.
