What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commodity Buyer position at CNH Industrial?
Responsibilities
- Lead supplier evaluation, selection, and sourcing for assigned metallic commodities for all North American operations and / or leading / supporting global sourcing projects by working closely with the global commodity team (EMEA, LATAM, APAC).
- Programs : Support function for new product launch initiatives while developing and implementing cost reduction and sourcing strategies through improving parts for new platforms to meet program timing, cost, quality, delivery, and strategic objectives.
- Develop / implement supply base management strategies both regionally and globally that lead to the lowest total cost in terms of quality, lead time, delivery, service, and unit cost. Drive the selection of suppliers, negotiate, and maintain performance to expectations.
- Negotiate, implement, and manage LTA's (long term agreements) while achieving commercial savings and raw material recovery in order to meet or exceed material cost and total cost reduction objectives and while supporting organizational initiatives. Facilitate supplier / engineering VA / VE activities in order to drive product cost savings and process improvement initiatives to achieve budget performance.
- Provide leadership in and develop an understanding of and insight into the market for the commodities assigned, including industry trends, cost drivers, global pricing, lead-times, technology and manufacturing capability of company suppliers and suppliers in the market that best meet expectations and objectives. Track, monitor, and implement hedges at efficient raw material market conditions to minimize risk.
Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have experience with the following :
Company Benefits
CNH Industrial offers a wide variety of benefits that not only encourages wellness and preventive care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Our industry leading 401k will support you in meeting your retirement objectives. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, flexible work policies, opportunities for self-development and paid leave for specific activities.
