Operational Buyer

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The operational buyer is responsible for locally managing a segment or a group of suppliers delivering to the local production site. The operational buyer will support the production plant with purchasing tasks and act as the link between the plant and the global purchasing organization. The operational buyer is also the local interface for the supplier regarding purchasing topics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of purchasing or materials management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external contacts at all levels.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS:

• Leads Commercial Negotiations and Supplier Management for local and additionally assigned long tail Suppliers (incl. Volume Bundling)
• Ensures local ASLs are up to date and in line with global ASL.
• Ensures Data Maintenance (Master Data in all systems up to date (e.g. Material Master Data in ERP, Supplier Data in ERFX)
• Acts as 1st Level Escalation Support for Local Production Site for all Supplier related escalations (incl. support of supplier quality claims)
• Actively Raise, Support, Track and Implement VAVE Opportunities for local serial production programs.
• Supports IATF, internal (e.g. MAFACT) and customer audits.
• Supports Supplier Onboarding for assigned production site.
• Ensures price uploads/updates to ERP System and the documentation of price changes for assigned production site.
• Supports Plant Material Management Team with Inventory Reduction Activities
• Resolves Shipping and Invoice Issues Related to Incoming Materials
• Support Negotiation/Alignment for Local Requirements of VMI/Consignment Contracts with Direct Suppliers for Local Site in alignment with Global Commodity and Logistics Strategy
• Pulls Costed BOM for serial production program on request.
• Files Global Broker Cost Tracker for Serial Production Spot POs
• Establishes Forward BOM on Top Spend/Key Serial Production Programs
• Supports the global purchasing team in offering sourcing recommendations based on regional performance of the supply base.
• Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities that may include developing programs to improve supplier performance. Tracks supplier performance and works with suppliers to continuously improve quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and support.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
• Support the implementation of all relevant norms like e.g. IATF 16949 and ISO 45001
• Plan, organize, direct, and control activities related to the purchasing function with the objective of optimizing the total cost of purchases, while selecting the optimal capable source to support the program in all areas.
• Assist in development of a strategic supply chain.
• Work cooperatively with peers to implement consistent policies, procedures, strategies, and reporting.
• Communicate the necessary information to management to assist in decision making and strategy formulation.
• Secures proper Supplier Tooling Management for applicable suppliers.

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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.