Sr. Buyer JOIN OUR TEAM! Job Summary Hansae Mobility is seeking a Senior Buyer to join our team and play a key role in managing our supplier network, purchasing strategy, and cost competitiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys supplier negotiations, cost reduction, market analysis, and working closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations in an automotive manufacturing environment. The Senior Buyer will manage strategic supplier relationships, identify new sourcing opportunities, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and help ensure the company receives the right materials and services at the right cost, quality, and time. This role will have a direct impact on cost savings, supplier performance, operational efficiency, and the overall success of our automotive programs. Duties & Responsibilities - Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, procedures, terms & conditions, purchasing system, etc.
- Work with the product engineering and quality organizations to develop and define detailed supplier requirements.
- Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
- Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.
- Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
- Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.
- Administer online purchasing systems.
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
- Develop cost reduction strategies and savings plans.
- Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
- Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
- Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
- Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
- Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
- Arrange for disposal of surplus materials.
- Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures.
- Develop organizational policies or programs.
- Implement organizational process or policy changes.
- Interview employees, customers, or others to collect information and coordinate with external parties to exchange information.
Qualifications Education - Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, supply chain, business, technical or related.
Skills & Competencies- 2+ years of professional experience in procurement or supply chain management, with demonstrated success in a purchasing role.
- Experience working with Stellantis, GM, Ford, Volkswagen and/or Honda preferred. Experience with other automotive OEMs or tier 1 suppliers will be considered.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP and advanced Microsoft excel skills
- High Mix – Low Volume work experience.
- Strong understanding of cost modeling, market analysis, and market supply
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Strong Negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple programs and customers
- Self-motivated and ability to prioritize
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and strong interpersonal skills
Physical Requirements and Demands - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting and reaching.
- Repetitive movement of hands and fingers- typing and or writing
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Why Join Hansae Mobility?At Hansae Mobility, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our purchasing strategy and business performance. This role offers the opportunity to work across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain while building relationships with suppliers and supporting automotive programs. If you are a procurement professional who enjoys negotiating, solving problems, finding cost savings, and building strong supplier partnerships, we'd love to hear from you. Work Authorization Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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