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Senior Buyer
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Global Steering Systems, LLC (“GSS”) a subsidiary of Neapco, is a high-volume global manufacturer of automotive components, primarily intermediate shafts. We supply our products to the world’s leading auto manufacturers. We are a global company with international manufacturing facilities located in China and Poland and have over 300 employees working in our 180,000-square foot Watertown location. Our global business is built on a solid foundation of commitment not only to each other and our customers, but also to our core values of safety, performance, sustainability, and responsibility.
GSS is currently seeking to fill the full-time position of Sr. Buyer. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships and procurement processes. This position will report to the GSS Sr. Supply Chain Manager based in Farmington Hills, Michigan. It can be based at either the GSS Watertown CT facility or Neapco corporate headquarters in Farmington Hills, MI.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and issue Requests for Quote (RFQs), evaluate total cost options, and present sourcing recommendations for capital equipment and production components.
Negotiate cost, terms, quality, technology, and delivery for materials, equipment, and/or services.
Place and maintain purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate procurement.
Analyze global market conditions and trends to support sourcing decisions.
Develop and execute commodity and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
Conduct make vs. buy analyses and drive implementation in support of corporate cost reduction goals.
Support new program launches and serve as a liaison with internal stakeholders on critical supplier issues and change management.
Manage supplier performance, proactively identify risks, and develop and implement mitigation plans.
Develop, document, and continuously improve procurement processes.
Perform Supplier Development Engineering (SDE) duties to strengthen and improve the supply base.
Apply supplier quality knowledge to support 8D problem-solving, conduct quality audits, and ensure adherence to part specifications and engineering prints.
Required Skills
Minimum of five (5) years of purchasing and supply chain management experience, including negotiating with suppliers and managing the supply base post-sourcing
Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong project management skills
Strong analytical and technical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel domestically and internationally with a potential of travel being up to 25% of the time
Education
Bachelor’s Degree required with focus in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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Senior Buyer
role at
Neapco
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Global Steering Systems, LLC (“GSS”) a subsidiary of Neapco, is a high-volume global manufacturer of automotive components, primarily intermediate shafts. We supply our products to the world’s leading auto manufacturers. We are a global company with international manufacturing facilities located in China and Poland and have over 300 employees working in our 180,000-square foot Watertown location. Our global business is built on a solid foundation of commitment not only to each other and our customers, but also to our core values of safety, performance, sustainability, and responsibility.
GSS is currently seeking to fill the full-time position of Sr. Buyer. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships and procurement processes. This position will report to the GSS Sr. Supply Chain Manager based in Farmington Hills, Michigan. It can be based at either the GSS Watertown CT facility or Neapco corporate headquarters in Farmington Hills, MI.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and issue Requests for Quote (RFQs), evaluate total cost options, and present sourcing recommendations for capital equipment and production components.
Negotiate cost, terms, quality, technology, and delivery for materials, equipment, and/or services.
Place and maintain purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate procurement.
Analyze global market conditions and trends to support sourcing decisions.
Develop and execute commodity and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
Conduct make vs. buy analyses and drive implementation in support of corporate cost reduction goals.
Support new program launches and serve as a liaison with internal stakeholders on critical supplier issues and change management.
Manage supplier performance, proactively identify risks, and develop and implement mitigation plans.
Develop, document, and continuously improve procurement processes.
Perform Supplier Development Engineering (SDE) duties to strengthen and improve the supply base.
Apply supplier quality knowledge to support 8D problem-solving, conduct quality audits, and ensure adherence to part specifications and engineering prints.
Required Skills
Minimum of five (5) years of purchasing and supply chain management experience, including negotiating with suppliers and managing the supply base post-sourcing
Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong project management skills
Strong analytical and technical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel domestically and internationally with a potential of travel being up to 25% of the time
Education
Bachelor’s Degree required with focus in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Neapco by 2x
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