What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Purchasing Supervisor ( Bilingual Korean/English) position at Hanon Systems?
Job Description
This position is responsible for managing and delivering Americas’ Purchasing-related activities for all new business opportunities, forward and current model programs on time and on budget. Primary Responsibilities
- Lead and process all sourcing actions. Conduct lowest delivered cost analysis and negotiate and issue sourcing contracts (SNL) with suppliers
- Develop, update, and maintain Bills of Material (BOM).
- Development and over sight of global commodity strategies for the identified commodities
- Manage the overall strategic and transactional relationships with the suppliers including, but not limited to, price increases, stop-ships, payments and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
- Execute plans to deliver cost savings to meet annual targets
- Initiate Early Sourcing Target Agreement (ESTA) with key suppliers
- Maintain the records regarding material price and scheduling agreements
- Manage change control, including RFQ, cost, timing, and implementation.
- Support customer and internal Launch Readiness Reviews via Program Manager
- Guide, mentor, and supervisor more juniors Buyers.
Education and Experience
- BS in Business, Supply Chain, or other related field
- 5 years of previous experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, and/or Program Management preferred
- Automotive Industry experience preferred
- Bilingual (English/Korean) required due to communication with Head Quarters Program Team in South Korea and with Korean based suppliers
Desired Competencies
- Strong analytical skills required
- Intermediate Excel skills required
- Ability to multitask and manage several projects and assignments simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product
- Demonstrated effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Special Requirements
- Infrequent travel may be required (domestic/international)
