Commodity Buyer (Direct Material)

Main Activities

• More than 6 years’ experience in automotive company in Direct Material (Press Parts and Carbon and Stainless Steel)
• Surveys the local procurement markets, informing the Commodity Managers of relevant trends/developments
• Negotiates with regional suppliers (new business decisions, annual price and savings negotiations) in agreement with Commodity Manager
• Carries out request for Quotations, Bid Analysis and supplier recommendations in agreement with Commodity Manager
• Executes supplier visits/audits with Supplier Quality Engineers
• Conducts cost analysis activities with Cost Analysis Team
• Provides assistance to the Commodity Managers for tenders, regular audits and supplier evaluations
• Responsible for everyday communication with suppliers
• Carries out contract management, incl. contract data maintenance
• Manages Engineering Change Process in production phase (i.e. Process "Make & Deliver")
• Troubleshoots (supports technical and time-critical ad-hoc requests/requirements)
• Executes measures in the area of commodity reporting and performance measurement
• Develops and updates templates, tools and standards in conjunction with the Competence Centre
• Ensures regular communication with internal, external interfaces
• Focus on cost reduction

Requirements

• Education: Grade 12 - University Degree/Diploma in the following disciplines - Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in commodity (production) buying experience, preferably within the motor or related industries
• Advanced Excel skills
• SAP experience