Commodity Buyer ABOUT THE ROLE Commodity buyers are responsible for securing competitive prices from supplier, Costing and negotiation skills. Ensures close communication between Global Purchasing Commodity teams, business unit, program management, application engineering and manufacturing. Negotiation with supplier to meet the company targets KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Having good knowledge on commodity like Stamping, Machining, Plastic and Rubber • Coordinates with suppliers for new RFQ and get competitive quotes for recent / Export parts • Good exposure in supplier process analysis and ensure meeting the customer requirements for export/Domestic business • Having Valuable know-how on technical processes and their cost evaluation for best cost negotiations with suppliers to meet management target.
Identify the new sources which are capable to do product for domestic and export requirements • Utilizes supplier selection in alignment with purchasing strategies and new product performance requirements.
Drives value analysis / value engineering activity • Supports on company management target on cost reduction (Localization /VA-VE / Resourcing) Activities • Other duties as assigned Education / Experience:
Bachelors Degree; preferably in Engineering arena.
Minimum 10 to 15 years of related work experience.
Purchasing with commodity experience in relevant to Shock absorber relevant company.
Skills
Must possess strong (1) Analytical ability (2) organizational skills (3) Leadership skills (4) ability to work with multiple cross functional areas (5) communication skills.
Robust leadership skills and team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively on cross functional teams.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written across various levels.
Demonstrated computer skills (Microsoft Project, Excel, etc.) and knowledgeable of ERP systems (SAP desired).
Functional understanding & Continuous Improvement, BOMs, ERP, TS16949.
Ability to interpret and communicate engineering drawings and specifications.
Motivated, self-starter who is familiar with a range of materials and manufacturing processes, e.g. steel, stamping, casting, forging/machining, rubber and plastic.
Travel
Ability to travel within India & internationally, as required.