TRC seeks a full time Buyer/Assistant Manager for a leading automotive manufacturer in Savannah, GA. Position preferences include automotive industry experience and prior leadership experience.
General Summary
Responsible for leading general purchasing (such as steel & aluminum/sub materials/paints/equipment/MROs) activities and supplier management relating to cost, quality, supplier controls, legal, compliances, and service for firm
Provide leadership and direction the general purchasing Organization. Operates and manages the organization.
Establish and settle work procedures and processes for the General purchasing section with HOS.
Establish business plans and goals of team and manage progress.
This role also manages a general purchasing group and reports to the Head of General purchasing section
Cooperate with related departments such as the headquarters, other divisions, and external organizations, and support internal communication.
Attend meetings related to purchasing department and prepare meetings and reports
Support communication between Korean and local employees.
Major responsibilities
In the initial stage, develop/design/set-up/adjustment/execution, and overall management and supervision of all processes of general purchasing (according to local conditions/legal) should be carried out, and consultations with relevant departments/related corporations and government agency should be conducted proactively.
Manage overall duties about general purchasing
Prepare, report, and implement Request for Quotation (RFQ) for general purchasing
Select, develop, and manage supply base for General Purchasing products and services by:

• Preparing Request for Quotations (RFQ) for user department requirements.
• Negotiating spot purchases and long-term agreements.
• Maintaining competitive pricing.
• Leading yearly cost reduction activities.
• Monitoring supplier quality and delivery performance.

Formulate and implement yearly commodity and supply base strategy.
Work closely with supplier to optimize supplier processes.
Explore available technology and implement best practices related to purchasing activities.
Plan, organize, track, and disseminate information related to General Purchasing suppliers.
Manage vendor and pricing data in ERP system
OtherPerform special projects or other duties as assigned that occur from time to time
Actively communicate with HQ to ensure clear and consistent decisions
Support related activities, events, and tasks
Qualifications & PreferencesMinimum:
Bachelor’s degree (all majors)
Solid Excel and computer skills
Deep understanding of external market and current trends
Experience in General Purchasing
Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future
Preferred:
Job related experience in Automotive or related Industry
Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) designation preferred
Competency Based: 
Working With a Team
Planning and Organizing
Problem Solving
Communication
Strategic thinking and mindset
Willingness for transformational changes
Flexibility
Travel Requirement
Domestic / International travel required.
TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.