Direct Commodity Buyer - Powertrain

A great opportunity to work in commodity purchase with a supply base facing unprecedented levels of change with the move from internal combustion engines to EV/AV. Sourcing Develop sourcing strategies looking at the transition from ICE to BEV to leverage best value outcomes for the business in value, quality, efficiency and capability with a financially stable & optimal supply base. Perform benchmarking activities such as market tests to create/maintain a world-class supply base and follow sourcing processes Complete sourcing documentation in line with program timing & cost targets Place production purchase / tool orders in line with purchasing procedure Ensure suppliers have sufficient installed capacity to support volumes

Skills Required:

• Quality Monitor supplier quality performance versus expectation (working with Supplier Technical Assistance) Cost Drive supplier performance to deliver non-design / design annual part cost reduction targets Lead cost recovery actions (e.g. warranty claims, supplier overpayments etc.)
• Manage Cost & Design Targets with cross functional team
• Work with Cost Estimating to identify commercial opportunities based on supplier part cost breakdowns and Optimal Cost Estimates (OCEs) Handle Raw Material negotiations & support distressed supplier management
• Strong business and commercial acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities
• Demonstrable understanding of current challenges facing the automotive industry and the role of purchasing to support the business
• Excellent negotiation skills to drive cost reduction and protect supply
• Outstanding interpersonal skills including relationship building
• Experience of working in cross functional teams Excellent numerical and analytical data skills
• Fully competent with Microsoft Office Tools
• An ability to present competently
• An ability to travel on company business as required
• Strong organizational and project management skills; self-starter

Experience Required:

• Experience required within a Purchasing setting, preferably automotive.

Education Required:

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience required

Location:              Dunton, Essex  – on site 4 days per week

If you are interested and have the skills and exprience required Apply Now!