What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at SmartIMS Inc.?
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Sr. Buyer
Oak brook, IL
A VERY high-demanding & high-performing team needs self-starters who can hit the ground running asap. SAP and Excel (think pivots/vlookups/macros, etc) MANDATORY (Client will train on any homegrown systems). Background in procurement, supply chain, and purchasing mandatory (at a global level highly preferred).
Individuals will manage all tasks/work up to contract signature (this will be done by client manager), will not be dealing with cash, will process/work with large quantities and lots of $$. Preference is for higher skill level (8 yrs) but will entertain lower-level skills as well. Individuals must be able to read and understand blueprints and specifications, have logistical knowledge, be able to perform a tech review/quality of product, understand how to navigate for information (most of that being web based).
List of commodities: metallic has the most openings AMS, mechanical & prod dev, chemical & electrical
Chemical (tires, rubber, glass & fluids; plastics, seats, filtration and acoustics; interior and exterior plastics)
Electrical (powertrain control, 7 energy systems, vehicle equipment)
Mechanical (drive train, powertrain components, hydraulic and pneumatic)
Metallic (casting & machining; forging & HW; sheet metal)
AMS = automated machine systems (precision technology cluster)
Product development
Activities individuals will perform as part of their job duties: analysis (data science, data analytics), resourcing actions, supplier negotiations, surcharge management, reporting, payment resolutions, WMF (waste minimization fund) mitigations, market test and tech reviews.
Analyze and evaluate external price trends and new product offerings to reduce overall purchasing costs
Collaborate with suppliers to assure the quality of their products, materials, components and/or operations and develop supply recommendations
Ensure suppliers can meet forecasted demand
May coordinate efforts in the reduction of purchasing/engineering costs and establish costs for new products
May participate in design and/or technical reviews
May select, recommend, and manage relationships with major suppliers, vendors, or subcontractors to ensure the organization receives satisfactory standards of service
Must-Have Skills:
SAP and advanced Excel (pivots, vlookups, macros)
Background in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing (global experience preferred)
Ability to read blueprints/specs, perform technical reviews, and navigate web-based info
Strong self-starters who can hit the ground running
