Associate Buyer

ResponsibilitiesManage buying deck comprised of Closures (Door Latches, Window Lift Systems) componentsSupport Achievement of annual SCM direct material cost targetsFill pipeline and execute projects to meet/exceed individual cost savings targetMeet/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 ModelMonitor 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 plansCreate Management reports and presentations as requestedDevelop and maintain commodity strategies.Act as market specialist for his/her commoditiesMake commercial agreements with suppliers.Resolve commercial issues with suppliers.Position Requiremen...