Our team is expanding and looking to add a Senior Purchasing Manager . We are looking for a dynamic and driven candidate who is interested in joining a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.
*Ideally speaking Chinese
Responsibilities
The Purchasing Manager will manage the organization's purchasing function. Ensures policies, procedures, and strategies related to the procurement and sourcing of goods and services are followed. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Works with cross-functional teams including Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, and supply chain. Responsibilities include ensuring purchasing requirements and metrics are met at all program milestones and the development and communication of program sourcing strategy. Responsibilities also include purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from a global supply base and evaluating supplier quotes and services to determine the most desirable suppliers utilizing knowledge of various articles of commerce and experience. Other duties include:
Assist the VP of Purchasing and Plant Manager with the development/execution of the corporate purchasing plan
Actively conduct bidding and assist in negotiations to achieve the best possible price, cost reductions and avoidances as well as service guarantees
Negotiate, write, and administer contracts for commodities and parts about the business
Develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate
Examines bids and makes recommendations
Negotiates blanket purchase orders when appropriate and monitors cost during the time period
Follows environmental and safety regulations and acts in compliance with US laws
Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics
Coach and mentor Buyers
Assist team with day-to-day troubleshooting
Establish goals and objectives for team members
Conduct employee reviews
Serve as the first point of escalation within the Purchasing department
Manage an assigned set of commodities
To be a qualified candidate you must have the following:
Bachelor's Degree, in Supply Chain or Business Administration or relevant work experience
Minimum 10 years of purchasing experience or a combination of education and experience
Key To Being Successful In This Role
Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment
Minimum 5 years within the automotive industry
Strong leadership capability
Adept in the use of ERP/MRP systems and employing Lean/Continuous Improvement methods
Proven analytical and negotiating skills
Proficient with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Organizational skills for efficient office control are mandatory
Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization periodl contacts
Ability to make sound and timely decisions
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