Job Information
Aston Carter Buyer in Columbus, Ohio
Description:
The Sr. Buyer role is responsible for the assigned Supply Chain for Tier 1 automotive company. Tasks will include identifying and developing potential suppliers, maintaining current supply base as assigned, cost negotiations, cost analysis, new model tool/part maturations, and supporting plant activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead Purchasing sourcing, including all supplier related activity support for current, start-ups and future North American (NA) manufacturing facilities
• Work with suppliers for process improvements to maximize efficiency, and capacity while reducing costs
• Research, investigate, and potentially develop prospective suppliers to drive reduced costs and improved quality
• Analyze supplier pricing through benchmarking and cost tables
• Intermediate to Advanced in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Work, Outlook is required
• Support Quality, Cost, Delivery activity for all manufacturing facilities
• Support Quality Audit Visit activities as needed for Mass Production, New Model Development, and continuous improvement activities
• Collaborate with other facilities in sourcing activities (Global sourcing)
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with suppliers, and various internal teams’ personnel both domestically and overseas
• Support New Model projects through Request for Quote, cost analysis, tooling, and parts development (supplier activity) at all NA manufacturing facilities.
• Work with suppliers for tool refurbishment and/or replacement as needed
• Root cause analysis with problem solving counter-measures
• Other tasks as required by Management
Skills:
Purchasing, Procurement, Purchase order, Supply chain, Buyer purchasing, Erp, Sap, Inventory, Planner, Microsoft excel, Purchasing experience, Logistics, Microsoft office
Top Skills Details:
Purchasing,Procurement,Purchase order,Supply chain,Buyer purchasing,Erp,Sap,Inventory,Planner,Microsoft excel
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Excellent communication skills both within and outside of the organization.
Ability to read and interpret basic drawings.
Detailed analysis and negotiator.
High level acumen skills and working knowledge of profit and loss scenarios.
Working knowledge of production costs scenarios.
Ability to interact with various levels of Management.
Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-task and multi-cultural environment.
Other
Must be able to travel (domestic and international), work overtime, and upon an emergency a holiday, on short notice.
Must hold and maintain current driver's license.
Decision Making Authority
Basic decision-making authority as dictated by job tasks
Independent judgment as outlined in essential duties and responsibilities
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.