Electronic Commodity Buyer (Level II) (Clinton)

Position Title: Electronic Commodity Buyer (Level II)\n
General Description\n

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• Support purchasing activities relating to sourcing and services related to Commodity purchasing (Multiple process suppliers) & project development (related to commodity)
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• Ensure purchasing support to supplier quality activities is adequate.
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• Provide guidance to buyers for purchasing related activities.
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• Develop Commodity strategy for supplier improvement
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Responsibilities\n

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• Issue RFQ’s based on sales and program team requirements
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• Review and recommend sourcing plans for new programs and potential re-sourcing of current programs with SL
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• management team.
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• Support Michigan program team with early supplier nominations for proto and program development.
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• Monitor, evaluate, and report product cost changes after sourcing through life of component.
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• Initiate and execute supplier lead VA/VE.
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• Provide communications to suppliers regarding design changes. Set expectations and timing related to project milestones and program requirements.
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• Support all launching activities for suppliers including MRD, Validation, Launching, and overall program timing
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• Can create and update cost models for Electronic commodity (PCBA) and Wire Harness Subassemblies.
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• Lead launching activities for suppliers including MRD, Validation, Launching, and overall program timing.
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• Lead evaluation and report product cost changes after sourcing through initial production.
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• Lead supplier VA/VE process.
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• Audit suppliers’ process for cost reduction opportunities and lean manufacturing.
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• Independently lead CFT team and/or suppliers during development phase
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• Maintain document records for TS16949, NAFTA, and other customer specific requirements.
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• Issue RFQ’s based on sales and program team requirements.
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• Review and recommend sourcing plans for new programs and potential re-sourcing of current programs with SL management team.
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• Manage documentation for new program tooling and developing costs related to outsourced product.
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Job Requirements\n

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Work Experience

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• 4 -10 years’ experience in Automotive Electronics Purchasing
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Education

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• College degree required in relevant field
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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• Ability to use various Microsoft based programs and/or MRP systems, SAP experience preferred.
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• Excellent interpersonal skills.
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• Ability to analyze complex data.
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• Understanding of PCBA electronic products, including product structure, roles, and functions
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• Strong communication skills.
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• Strong Problem-solving ability.
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• Strong Negotiation skills
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