Commodity Buyer

Objective

Assure and optimize the procurement of direct and indirect material for the DRX Group for a commodity, priority is on cost reductions and maintain the highest quality levels, primary contact for specific suppliers.

Principle Activities

• Observe and analyze the applicable procurement markets
• Request, compare and evaluate bids, taking into account price, quality, delivery performance and technology; conduct cost reduction actions according to activity plans and targets set
• Promote new technologies and substitutes, including initiation of approval processes
• Implement supplier management within the commodity as needed, in cooperation with the global lead buyer/ senior buyer, including supplier selection, concluding supplier agreements, conducting supplier evaluations, cooperating in supplier development and supplier audits, escalation of issues as needed to mgmt.
• Cooperate in make or buy analyses and decisions
• Manage the supplier determination process
• Assure the search, evaluation, selection, approval and organization of new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant units

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or equivalent work experience in a procurement field
• Experienced in contract negotiations with suppliers 3-5 years
• Automotive interior components equipment product knowledge
• Strong understanding of the automotive market
• Project management experience 3-5 years
• Knowledge of IATF Standards
• Experienced in risk analysis and problem solving tools

Job Benefits

• Competitive Pay Structure
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• Great Paid Time off and Holidays
• Company Match 401k Program