Position Overview
Title
Associate Buyer
Description
Manage buying deck comprised of Closures (Door Latches, Window Lift Systems) components Support Achievement of annual SCM direct material cost targets Fill pipeline and execute projects to meet/exceed individual cost savings target Meet/exceed individual cost savings target. Nominate qualified new suppliers to cross-functional team for review and consideration. Quote and source all responsible components to meet/exceed business case and timing requirements utilizing the Total Acquisition Cost Model Monitor and track supplier performance and initiate actions to improve as appropriate. Schedule and participate in VAVE workshops. Monitor, track & manage critical issues, develop backups, & ensure execution of supplier improvement plans Create Management reports and presentations as requested Develop and maintain commodity strategies.