Senior Buyer - Manufacturing and Sourcing

Buyer

Ideal buyer should have below skill set

Manufacturing Process knowledge, Negotiation, Project Management, and GPDS skills

Able to work in different time zone and manage relationships with regional supply base / Cross-functional / JV team; Proficiency in below competencies

Negotiation skills

Understanding of purchasing policies and procedure

Good communication skills

Swift Decision making skills.

Cost estimation 

Lean manufacturing

Commodity knowledge.

Purchasing buyer with 4 to 10 years of experiences. Candidate should have expertise in sourcing, Cost estimate preparation and negotiation , resolve supply issues.

 The primary responsibility of the Buyer covers execution of strategies to deliver cost targets, TVM goals, Capacity management, Operational support - covering all ongoing commercial / operational issues with supply base.

• Ensure on time of issuance of PO / TO and Claims.
• Implement capacity study with proper validation of capacity.
• Negotiate the design changes and bring in cost opportunities.
• Develop sourcing strategies.
• Meet program targets by identifying cost opportunities.
• Develop commodity business plans.
• Work with stake holders to resolve any supply issues to ensure no interruption to vehicle production.

 

Education - Bachelor Engineering degree …

Experience - 5 to 8 years of related experience (Automotive buying experience preferred)

Experience Level

Senior Level