Series Buyer (Level 2)

 

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

PE004748/CT

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Location:

Uitenhage, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable Monthly


SUMMARY:
NEW VACANCY ALERT!!
Our client, a leader in the automotive sector based in Kariega, has an opportunity available for a Level 2 Series Buyer.

The Series Buyer is responsible for improving supplier performance during the production process.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Duties:
  • Contribute to the identification and implementation of productivity actions (product / process) for cost reduction, in close coordination with Commodity teams and the plant.
  • Monitor productivity performance for supplier perimeter through cross-functional teamwork in the plants under his/her responsibility (i.e. productivity committees). Present to the plants management board the productivity plan and progress as on request.
  • Challenge Commodity Buyers to achieve the Purchasing Budget for his/her plants.
  • For most critical topics, support the Supply Chain team to improve supplier deviation in Misdeliveries Per Million (MPM).
  • Be involved in the kick off in program phase to prepare the start of Production. Lead transfers meetings with Program Buyers at the take-over stage.
  • Lead negotiation for Engineering Change Requests within his/her perimeter, and product productivity, in close relationship with commodities.
  • Initiate or create productivity for responsible suppliers for future years budget and strategic planning.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Business or Engineering
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, production, or sales, within the automotive industry
  • Experience of successfully managing and negotiating contracts
  • Knowledge of productivity (cost saving) initiatives and lean management methodology
  • Knowledge of production, quality and logistics
  • Knowledge of products and technology in automotive sector
  • Knowledge of Supplier audit process and quality management
  • Understanding of sourcing strategies and application (make or buy analysis)
  • Ability to work in matrix organization

 

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