What are the responsibilities and job description for the Indirect Buyer position at BENTELER Automotive?
Location:
Grand Rapids, MI, US Holland, MI, US
Division: BENTELER Automotive
Functional Area: Procurement
Career Level: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Weekly Working Hours: 40,00
Required Languages: English
Requisition ID: 43494
Functional Area: Procurement
Career Level: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Weekly Working Hours: 40,00
Required Languages: English
Requisition ID: 43494
At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Indirect Buyer to join our procurement team. At BENTELER, we strive for excellence in sourcing and supplier management. The Indirect Buyer will play a critical role in managing procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions, and maintaining strong supplier relationships in coordination with the Commodity Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze local procurement markets to identify trends and developments, providing insights to Commodity Managers.
- Negotiate with market suppliers on new business decisions, annual pricing, and savings opportunities in alignment with the Commodity Manager.
- Manage Requests for Quotations (RFQs), conduct bid analyses, and provide supplier recommendations.
- Perform supplier visits and audits in collaboration with Supplier Quality Engineers.
- Conduct cost analysis activities alongside the Cost Analysis Team.
- Assist Commodity Managers with tenders, audits, and supplier evaluations.
- Maintain effective daily communication with suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
- Oversee contract management, including contract data maintenance.
- Troubleshoot technical and time-sensitive procurement issues.
- Execute commodity reporting and performance measurement initiatives.
- Develop and update procurement templates, tools, and standards in collaboration with the Competence Center.
- Ensure consistent and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage daily administrative tasks, including invoice resolution, open order reports, and responding to plant requests.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
- 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in Coupa and/or SAP is preferred.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
If you are a proactive and results-driven professional looking to make a meaningful impact in procurement, we encourage you to apply!
Your contact
Casondra Meerschaert
BENTELER Human Resources
Phone: 1 248 364-7274
BENTELER Human Resources
Phone: 1 248 364-7274
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