This job is responsible for evaluating and source domestic & international suppliers resulting in the lowest total cost and highest value for Sanden
Requirements
Principle Duties/Essential Functions:
Procure SIA materials & services at the lowest total cost
Support manufacturing and production control with respect to supply shortages
Manage the activities of suppliers being qualified & work to retain the best and continually maintain positive, long standing relationships
Ensure parts are sourced on time and that parts are available for all development builds
Perform comparative cost analysis of supplier processes & quotations
Other Tasks/Responsibilities:
Develop and implement long term sourcing strategies (3 - 5 year plan)
Take all ethical actions to ensure the highest possible cost reductions for SIA
Deal with suppliers on an on-going basis regarding validation, cost reduction projects, dual sourcing, increased capacity, VA VE submission, etc.
Complete all assignments, projects, & reports successfully and on time w/o supervisor follow up
Maintain a positive and cooperative relationship with all SIA departments, locations, and suppliers
Take the initiative in validation projects to ensure no delay in the milestone dates & successful project launch
Promptly process completely & correctly all required documentation for procurement related activity
Provide timely information for reporting of cost reduction, HK, Tooling, etc.
Keep abreast of developments in assigned commodities and the economic market
Assist and contribute to all departmental management requests for information & data
Other tasks as assigned by department management
Responsible for awareness and compliance with company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. Contributing to the effectiveness of the EHS policies and procedures by communicating and reporting unsafe conditions and/or non-compliances
Competencies:
The specific competencies and definitions required to do this job are listed on the Department Skills Matrix
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field or equivalent work experience
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Minimum 5 + years' experience in manufacturing purchasing preferably in the automotive industry
Background and knowledge of machining, casting, stampings, bearings, and surface treatment
Strong background in supplier sourcing, supplier selection, supplier evaluation and negotiations
Must be capable of making decisions with a minimum of guidance and direction
Ability to read, understand, & interpret drawings & specifications as relates to procurement activities
Advanced MS Word and Excel knowledge
Familiar with Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) standards
Licenses or Certifications:
N/A
Physical Demands:
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Some occasional lifting (up to limits prescribed by OSHA) may be involved
Continuously meets short deadlines while maintaining technical quality of the results
Long periods of concentration usually while working on a computer
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
PPE may be required based on specific projects
Work Environment/Hours:
Primary work area is located in an office setting
Must be able to work normal office hours plus provide support on evenings and weekend (as needed
Must be able to deal with a wide variety of people on a personal level