What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commodity Buyer position at Hendrickson?
Description - External
Like a challenge? Purchasing & commodity management your expertise?
Hendrickson is searching for an experienced supply chain professional who performs the strategic purchasing function for assigned commodities, projects, and/or new product development programs to ensure realization of company business objectives.
This individual will be recognized by the organization as a subject matter expert in at least one key commodity. They will work cross-functionally with all functional groups to manage supplier related opportunities and threats; be responsible for developing optimal supply chain solutions for assigned purchased material; and take an active role in improving processes and procedures to improve the overall effectiveness of the department.
Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Interested? The successful candidate will possess:
Additional Information
Like a challenge? Purchasing & commodity management your expertise?
Hendrickson is searching for an experienced supply chain professional who performs the strategic purchasing function for assigned commodities, projects, and/or new product development programs to ensure realization of company business objectives.
This individual will be recognized by the organization as a subject matter expert in at least one key commodity. They will work cross-functionally with all functional groups to manage supplier related opportunities and threats; be responsible for developing optimal supply chain solutions for assigned purchased material; and take an active role in improving processes and procedures to improve the overall effectiveness of the department.
Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead material cost reduction activities for assigned purchased material. Expected to independently identify cost reduction opportunities on a regular basis.
- Takes steps to minimize excess and obsolete inventory when usage is decreasing and negotiates to reduce costs when usage is increasing.
- Identifies and leverages opportunities by developing and managing contractual relationships as needed.
- Develop, foster, and enhance multi-departmental relationship(s) between Hendrickson Truck and key suppliers.
- Closes open supply base related issues efficiently and effectively.
- Assess current supply base on an on-going basis and recommend changes/alternatives that reduce purchased material cost and/or add higher value to purchased components.
- Monitor the marketplace for assigned commodities to identify trends, technology advancements, risk mitigation strategies, and cost-efficient alternatives to the status quo.
- Lead cross-functional analysis to prepare recommendation(s) for make vs. buy decisions.
- Consistently collaborates with other Hendrickson divisions to identify and leverage total spend and/or standardization opportunities that will reduce overall costs to Hendrickson.
- Ensure an uninterrupted supply of materials to production facilities through strategic management of the supply base.
- Completes risk analysis and risk mitigation projects to protect Hendrickson supply.
- Completes all purchasing tasks involved with the engineering change request process (e.g., RFQ, negotiation of costs and timing, supplier PPAP, etc.).
- Coordinate all aspects of Hendrickson “Warranty Recovery” Program regarding established warranty parameters for assigned commodities.
- Clearly documents relevant information about assigned parts and suppliers per department documentation guidelines.
- Maintains pricing agreements for all assigned purchased material and resolves any invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Monitor and account for all fluctuations in purchase price variance (PPV) for assigned purchased material.
- Other duties as assigned.
Interested? The successful candidate will possess:
- Bachelor’s degree or MBA in Business or related field. Supply Chain concentration preferred.
- Professional designations or Certifications by recognized Purchasing organizations preferred.
- 4 years of related supply chain work experience.
- Competence with Microsoft Office software required.
- Familiar with and working experience in an IATF-16949 or other Quality regulated manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated negotiation success.
- Proficient in reading blueprints for engineered components.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills required.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage workload with independence.
- Highly competent communicator.
- Proven ability to concisely summarize, present, and discuss analysis & recommendations.
- High energy level and strong self-motivation.
- High standards of integrity required.
- Planning and organizational skills with an ability to handle a multitude of projects.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 240000P9
Salary : $60,400 - $76,500
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