Yanfeng International Automotive Technology Co. Ltd.
Buyer
Yanfeng International Automotive Technology Co. Ltd., Novi, Michigan, United States, 48377
Global. Collaborative. Innovative. Together, we will transform the automotive interiors industry. Together, we will redefine the ways people experience life onboard vehicles.
Buyer
United States - MI - Novi
Job Description Main Responsibilities
Control sourcing on time at or below cost targets
Ensure flawless SDT launches per PLUS and customer timing / deliverables
Maintain direct production materials / components to ensure adequate supply for Yanfeng Automotive Interiors operations
Strive to achieve cost savings goals and financial commitments per program/corporate targets
Understand and support execution of supplier Commodity Strategies (MBBP)
Support Commodity Managers in developing and implementing sub commodity strategies (SMPE)
Initiate and lead cross functional Make vs. Buy decisions
Supplier Management activities: RFQ (Request For Quote), change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, dispute resolution, etc.
Investigate and validate new potential suppliers in Southeast Region to support YFAI operations
Common Requirements
Business Operating System (BOS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related BOS requirements.
Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements
Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
Education 4 year degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration with a Master Degree desired
Work Experience At least 3 years of relevant experience
Qualifications include:
Technical
Automotive manufacturing, engineering, procurement, Supply Chain Management(SCM) and/or costing
Problem solving to analyze and identify waste in supplier process to drive cost reductions and process improvements
Contract Administration
Ability to analyze and execute contracts
Understand key contract provisions and terms and conditions
Understand Statement of Work requirements
Understand benchmark requirements
Identify and understand key cost drivers
Prepare and present cost analysis to support decision making process
Work with Customer Business Units and Operations to understand Total Cost impacts to the business to drive proper sourcing decisions
Negotiations
Ability to gather information, analyze data, prepare for and/or lead negotiations to ensure Yanfeng financial, quality, delivery, cost savings and other corporate goals are met
Understand supplier performance, process, footprint strategies in relation to Yanfeng Automotive Interiors’ operations in order to provide Best Cost sourcing
Understand customer commercial and footprint strategies in order to provide Best Cost sourcing
Other
Support annual Business Review process with strategic suppliers to ensure supplier specific roadmaps are met
Support Commodity Teams in driving improvements in the following areas in order to meet or exceed planned goals: forecasted savings, continuous improvement, economics mitigation, supplier quality performance, supplier rationalization, sub commodity strategies, LCC sourcing content, payment terms, supplier T&Cs, and other strategic objectives
Support Material Best Business Practices (MBBP) to implement strategies and cost savings
Develop sub commodity strategies through SMPE initiatives
Published 01/03/2026
Job Field Procurement & Supplier Management
Location United States - MI - Novi
REQ.NO. 20253296
About Yanfeng Yanfeng is a leading global automotive supplier, focusing on interior, exterior, seating, cockpit electronics, and passive safety, and is exploring new business actively. Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 67,000 employees worldwide. The technical team of 4,200 experts is in ten R&D centers and other regional offices, with complete capabilities including engineering and software development, styling, and test validation. Focusing on Smart Cabin and lightweight technology, Yanfeng supports automakers to explore future mobility and provide leading cabin solutions.
Our culture – shared values of our global team #J-18808-Ljbffr
Buyer
United States - MI - Novi
Job Description Main Responsibilities
Control sourcing on time at or below cost targets
Ensure flawless SDT launches per PLUS and customer timing / deliverables
Maintain direct production materials / components to ensure adequate supply for Yanfeng Automotive Interiors operations
Strive to achieve cost savings goals and financial commitments per program/corporate targets
Understand and support execution of supplier Commodity Strategies (MBBP)
Support Commodity Managers in developing and implementing sub commodity strategies (SMPE)
Initiate and lead cross functional Make vs. Buy decisions
Supplier Management activities: RFQ (Request For Quote), change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, dispute resolution, etc.
Investigate and validate new potential suppliers in Southeast Region to support YFAI operations
Common Requirements
Business Operating System (BOS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related BOS requirements.
Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements
Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
Education 4 year degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration with a Master Degree desired
Work Experience At least 3 years of relevant experience
Qualifications include:
Technical
Automotive manufacturing, engineering, procurement, Supply Chain Management(SCM) and/or costing
Problem solving to analyze and identify waste in supplier process to drive cost reductions and process improvements
Contract Administration
Ability to analyze and execute contracts
Understand key contract provisions and terms and conditions
Understand Statement of Work requirements
Understand benchmark requirements
Identify and understand key cost drivers
Prepare and present cost analysis to support decision making process
Work with Customer Business Units and Operations to understand Total Cost impacts to the business to drive proper sourcing decisions
Negotiations
Ability to gather information, analyze data, prepare for and/or lead negotiations to ensure Yanfeng financial, quality, delivery, cost savings and other corporate goals are met
Understand supplier performance, process, footprint strategies in relation to Yanfeng Automotive Interiors’ operations in order to provide Best Cost sourcing
Understand customer commercial and footprint strategies in order to provide Best Cost sourcing
Other
Support annual Business Review process with strategic suppliers to ensure supplier specific roadmaps are met
Support Commodity Teams in driving improvements in the following areas in order to meet or exceed planned goals: forecasted savings, continuous improvement, economics mitigation, supplier quality performance, supplier rationalization, sub commodity strategies, LCC sourcing content, payment terms, supplier T&Cs, and other strategic objectives
Support Material Best Business Practices (MBBP) to implement strategies and cost savings
Develop sub commodity strategies through SMPE initiatives
Published 01/03/2026
Job Field Procurement & Supplier Management
Location United States - MI - Novi
REQ.NO. 20253296
About Yanfeng Yanfeng is a leading global automotive supplier, focusing on interior, exterior, seating, cockpit electronics, and passive safety, and is exploring new business actively. Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 67,000 employees worldwide. The technical team of 4,200 experts is in ten R&D centers and other regional offices, with complete capabilities including engineering and software development, styling, and test validation. Focusing on Smart Cabin and lightweight technology, Yanfeng supports automakers to explore future mobility and provide leading cabin solutions.
Our culture – shared values of our global team #J-18808-Ljbffr