JOB SUMMARY:
Under minimal supervision, performs all business related issues with Isuzu suppliers including pricing, delivery, and quality of the parts purchased, and is responsible for positive outcomes in each area. Contributes as a team member and mentors junior staff. Provides active support and assistance to all members of purchasing, promoting cross-functional knowledge, and teamwork.
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1. Performs all aspects of sourcing to meet the needs of engineering and production. Based on quality, cost, and delivery evaluations, prepares and makes sourcing recommendations. Issues letters of intent to suppliers.
2. Negotiates with suppliers to achieve optimum part quality, cost, and delivery, assuring that parts will meet all Isuzu requirements.
3. Thoroughly analyzes cost elements of parts including tooling and packaging amortization, economic adjustments, logistics costs, and NAFTA and Country of Origin implications. Negotiates with suppliers to meet Isuzu cost objectives and conducts cross functional value analysis/value engineering review.
4. Leads the development process for new model and commodity launches, orchestrating activities between suppliers and related departments (Engineering, Logistics, Production).
5. Issues request for quotation (RFQ) packages for new programs, engineering changes, and market studies.
6. Analyzes and interprets the financial health of suppliers by utilizing D&B reports, suppliers’ financial statements, and key ratio analysis. Monitors and evaluates suppliers’ performance regarding on-time delivery and past due shipments.
7. Assists with supplier pre-selection audits and process audits.
8. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports to: Executive Manager, Purchasing
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
- Bachelors degree or equivalent directly related work experience in business, finance, engineering, or other related field
- Minimum five years work experience in a purchasing department or closely related field
- Experience with contract negotiations including pricing, terms and conditions, and policies regarding purchasing
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Financial and cost benefit analysis
- Proficient PC skills in Windows applications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including negotiation skills
- Ability to understand the basics of blueprints for specific parts utilized
- Excellent analytical skills
PHYSICAL STANDARDS
The employee must be able to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer. This is primarily a sedentary position in a controlled office environment which requires only occasional reaching, stooping, and lifting of office files, reports or records, typically weighing 5 lbs. or less.
Position requires up to 25% domestic and international business travel, including overnight stays.
Exceptional Perks That Go Beyond the Basics
Join a workplace that invests in your well-being—mind, body, and future:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
Medical, dental, vision, and fertility benefits to support you through every stage of life
- Fertility & Family-Building Support through WIN Fertility : Includes Adoption & Surrogacy Benefits, WINMaternity, and PowerPause, offering up to $25,000 in lifetime benefits for fertility-related services such as IVF, IUI, and preconception support
- Generous Time Off
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid vacation, 15 paid holidays annually, sick leave, parental leave, and MTO (Miscellaneous Time Off) for volunteering or a compelling personal need
- Smart Retirement Planning
Build long-term financial security with a 401(k) plan featuring a company match and an additional Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)
- Peace of Mind
Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, as well as Travel Insurance, so you're covered wherever life takes you
- Wellness Program
Access a variety of tools and resources designed to support your physical and mental well-being
- Tuition Reimbursement
Pursue continued education with financial support for job-related coursework, degree programs, and professional growth
- Exclusive Employee Discounts
Save on insurance, travel, entertainment, car purchases/rentals, retail purchases, and more
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