Located in London, OH
Pay: $$56k - $66K
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Position: Purchasing-Buyer Supplier Development-Staff
Pay: $56K–$66K
Visa Sponsorship: No
Relocation Assistance: No
Remote: No
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is adept at developing supplier relationships, and can demonstrate exceptional negotiating skills.
Key Qualifications
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Strong organizational skills
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Attention to detail
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Critical-thinking ability
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Problem-solving skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Ability to build consensus
Responsibilities
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Research, evaluate, and purchase automotive components for each new model trial event.
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Correlate and select suppliers to ensure stable quality, competitive cost, and on-time delivery.
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Maintain excellent communication with suppliers regarding design changes for trial and mass-production products.
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Issue supplier documents, including contracts, agreements, forecasts, Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Maker Layout Letters, and other documentation.
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Develop, gain approval for, and execute purchasing strategies for assigned commodities and suppliers.
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Achieve new-model and mass-production cost targets through effective supplier selection and negotiation.
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Maintain effective supplier relationship management.
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Maintain supplier documentation through Q-Pulse.
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Communicate with suppliers regarding RFQs, event orders, pricing, and terms.
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Issue expense purchase orders.
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Develop products with suppliers through the new-model event process.
Benefits
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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) retirement savings with company match
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Tuition reimbursement
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Additional benefits
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
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Minimum of one year of experience in Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering
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Project management experience
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Strong time-management skills
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Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management
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Demonstrated ability to negotiate based on logic
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Demonstrated ability to manage costs
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Demonstrated ability to manage customer and supplier relationships
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Demonstrated ability to develop and present clear, concise proposals
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Basic math skills
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Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and email
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Strong cost-analysis skills
Desired Skills
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Ability to analyze technical drawings
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Ability to work as part of a project team to accomplish organizational goals
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Familiarity with international standards and conducting international business
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Familiarity with financial statements
Working Conditions
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Lifting up to 40 lbs: approximately 0.5 hour per day
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General office environment: approximately 7.5 hours per day
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Manufacturing environment: approximately 0.5 hour per day
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Domestic and international travel may occasionally be required
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Overtime may be required, including unplanned and unscheduled overtime, to meet deadlines and business requirements
Columbus (Metro West), OH
3114
1065 Bethel Road
Columbus, OH 43220
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