Mindlance
Description
Summary
Perform the sourcing management for assigned commodity, consistent with the target of Commodity cost, timing and quality. This role will be the lead negotiation role for mechanical commodities (build to print, fabrication & Machine). Candidates must possess strong background in leading contract negotiations and global benchmarking.
Duties and Responsibilities (these are the positions essential duties and is not an all inclusive list)
Main areas of responsibilities are:
Negotiate and maintain commercial terms for supplier rebate and pricing agreements.
Develop, lead and perform all sourcing activities regarding control/electrical panels.
Strong experience Drive cost savings and efficiency targets through material/service acquisitions for the assigned Commodity, by benchmarking as a method for ensuring competitiveness
Drive the negotiation of Commodity related purchases
Ensure compliance to corporate sourcing policy and procedures
Perform the acquisition of materials, products and services, consistent with the target of cost, time and quality.
Prepare Request for Quotations, solicit bids and analyze quotes
Negotiation based upon assigned target (Timing, Quality, Prices); coordinate technical alignment and line up
Prepare recommendations, identify preferred supplier, and submit package for approval in accordance to the sourcing policy.
Issue Purchasing Order according to the contractual rules and company policies.
Pursue and negotiate recovery costs.
Responsible for material returns and cancellations.
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong negotiation and coordination skills with internal teams and the suppliers. Able to make reasonable decisions under tough situations;
Knowledge of commercial contract terms and law required; international trade rule is a plus
Commercial contract and agreement negotiation skills required
Background in sourcing Industrial/Automotive control and electrical panels is preferred. Technical knowledge a plus.
Cost Analysis & financial knowledge (basic accounting, analytical skills, commodity market pricing, financial reporting)
Understanding of the product and services portfolio
Technical background (basic manufacturing processes, interpret prints, commercial component specifications.)
Logistics knowledge (INCO terms)
*** process knowledge (Purchasing, Material Logistics, Planning, Quality and Manufacturing)
MS Office, Excel.
Behavioral Competencies
Strong sense of self-motivation and responsibility, a good team player;
Strong sense of timing controlling, logic thinking, target approaching;
Continuous Improvement: Identifies and implements ways to make tasks or processes more efficient.
Teamwork: Collaborates with and supports fellow team members to accomplish overall objectives of the group.
Time Management: Organizes and plans their work so they may complete tasks effectively and on a timely basis.
To be an "internal point of reference": Considered a "subject matter" expert willing to provide knowledge to support others.
Responsible: Holds themselves and others accountable to carry forward an assignment to successful completion.
Customer Oriented: Listens to the needs of the customer (internal / external) and responds in a timely and concise manner
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor degree preferred
Previous experiences: 0-3 years of related Buyer experience desired
Languages: Minimum English knowledge spoken and written preferred
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
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Duties and Responsibilities (these are the positions essential duties and is not an all inclusive list)
Main areas of responsibilities are:
Negotiate and maintain commercial terms for supplier rebate and pricing agreements.
Develop, lead and perform all sourcing activities regarding control/electrical panels.
Strong experience Drive cost savings and efficiency targets through material/service acquisitions for the assigned Commodity, by benchmarking as a method for ensuring competitiveness
Drive the negotiation of Commodity related purchases
Ensure compliance to corporate sourcing policy and procedures
Perform the acquisition of materials, products and services, consistent with the target of cost, time and quality.
Prepare Request for Quotations, solicit bids and analyze quotes
Negotiation based upon assigned target (Timing, Quality, Prices); coordinate technical alignment and line up
Prepare recommendations, identify preferred supplier, and submit package for approval in accordance to the sourcing policy.
Issue Purchasing Order according to the contractual rules and company policies.
Pursue and negotiate recovery costs.
Responsible for material returns and cancellations.
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong negotiation and coordination skills with internal teams and the suppliers. Able to make reasonable decisions under tough situations;
Knowledge of commercial contract terms and law required; international trade rule is a plus
Commercial contract and agreement negotiation skills required
Background in sourcing Industrial/Automotive control and electrical panels is preferred. Technical knowledge a plus.
Cost Analysis & financial knowledge (basic accounting, analytical skills, commodity market pricing, financial reporting)
Understanding of the product and services portfolio
Technical background (basic manufacturing processes, interpret prints, commercial component specifications.)
Logistics knowledge (INCO terms)
*** process knowledge (Purchasing, Material Logistics, Planning, Quality and Manufacturing)
MS Office, Excel.
Behavioral Competencies
Strong sense of self-motivation and responsibility, a good team player;
Strong sense of timing controlling, logic thinking, target approaching;
Continuous Improvement: Identifies and implements ways to make tasks or processes more efficient.
Teamwork: Collaborates with and supports fellow team members to accomplish overall objectives of the group.
Time Management: Organizes and plans their work so they may complete tasks effectively and on a timely basis.
To be an "internal point of reference": Considered a "subject matter" expert willing to provide knowledge to support others.
Responsible: Holds themselves and others accountable to carry forward an assignment to successful completion.
Customer Oriented: Listens to the needs of the customer (internal / external) and responds in a timely and concise manner
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor degree preferred
Previous experiences: 0-3 years of related Buyer experience desired
Languages: Minimum English knowledge spoken and written preferred
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
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