Kyyba
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Buyer ll BIW
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bout Kyyba: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances. t Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.
Job Description
About Client At Client, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love-and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Client, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
Who We Are Looking For Client is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced Buyer ll (contract), Body-in-White (BIW) to join our growing team that brings "roll up the sleeves" approach to getting things done, as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast, frugal, scrappy, and fun. Important skills include accountability, strategic thinking, relationship building, business case analysis, and negotiation.
What You Get To Do Develop a strategic supply base, lead supplier negotiations, and manage RFIs, RFQs, and commercial agreements to meet cost targets, deliverables, and Job 1 timing. Source and purchase production parts, service parts, tooling, and services while resolving cost, quality, and delivery issues. Take ownership of Automotive BIW sourcing ensuring precision fit, supplier readiness, risk mitigation, and launch timing. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost reductions, drive supplier quality, and ensure adherence to Client Global Terms and Conditions
What You Bring To The Team
Bachelor's degree 8+ of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering. Proven experience sourcing BIW for production and prototype.
Stampings, roll forming, aluminum extrusions
Excellent communication and relationship building skills. Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency. Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation - i.e. SAP, Plex Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills High level of integrity Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment
Why join team Client? We're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Client's start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Client fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy
Location
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Troy, MI
)
Disclaimer: Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need." It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665
Rewards: Medical, dental, vision 401k Term life Voluntary life and disability insurance Optional Pre-paid legal plan Optional Identity theft plan Optional Medical and dependent FSA Work-visa sponsorship Opportunity for advancement Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client
SELECT AWARDS
An INC 5000 company for 10 years Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots Crain's Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan
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Buyer ll BIW
)
bout Kyyba: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances. t Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.
Job Description
About Client At Client, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love-and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Client, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
Who We Are Looking For Client is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced Buyer ll (contract), Body-in-White (BIW) to join our growing team that brings "roll up the sleeves" approach to getting things done, as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast, frugal, scrappy, and fun. Important skills include accountability, strategic thinking, relationship building, business case analysis, and negotiation.
What You Get To Do Develop a strategic supply base, lead supplier negotiations, and manage RFIs, RFQs, and commercial agreements to meet cost targets, deliverables, and Job 1 timing. Source and purchase production parts, service parts, tooling, and services while resolving cost, quality, and delivery issues. Take ownership of Automotive BIW sourcing ensuring precision fit, supplier readiness, risk mitigation, and launch timing. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost reductions, drive supplier quality, and ensure adherence to Client Global Terms and Conditions
What You Bring To The Team
Bachelor's degree 8+ of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering. Proven experience sourcing BIW for production and prototype.
Stampings, roll forming, aluminum extrusions
Excellent communication and relationship building skills. Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency. Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation - i.e. SAP, Plex Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills High level of integrity Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment
Why join team Client? We're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Client's start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Client fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy
Location
: (
Troy, MI
)
Disclaimer: Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need." It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665
Rewards: Medical, dental, vision 401k Term life Voluntary life and disability insurance Optional Pre-paid legal plan Optional Identity theft plan Optional Medical and dependent FSA Work-visa sponsorship Opportunity for advancement Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client
SELECT AWARDS
An INC 5000 company for 10 years Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots Crain's Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan