Buyer

6 days ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Ford Motor Company Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

Buyer Steel And Aluminum Blanks

  1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Preferably Masters in Business Administration

  2. Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills.

  3. Strong Commodity Purchasing/Procurement/Strategic Sourcing/Vendor Development and Supply Chain Knowledge.

  4. OEM Experinece.

  5. Must have 6-10 Years of Experience.

  6. Good Analytical and Problem solving Skill.

  7. Flexible to work in late evening shift.

Strategic Sourcing and Category Management:

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for steel and aluminum blanks, aligning with overall organization objectives
  • Manage the entire lifecycle of the steel and aluminum blanks category, including supplier selection and performance.
  • Identify opportunities for supply base optimization, consolidation, and diversification to mitigate risks and improve efficiency.

Supplier Identification, Qualification, and Relationship Management:

  • Research, identify, and evaluate potential suppliers in NA for steel and aluminum blanks, considering factors like quality, cost, delivery, and capacity.
  • Lead the supplier qualification process, often in collaboration with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships and effective communication.
  • Conduct regular supplier performance reviews, addressing issues related to quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.

Negotiation and Contract Management:

  • Lead complex negotiations for pricing, terms, and conditions, aiming to achieve the most favorable agreements while ensuring supply continuity and quality.
  • Develop and implement long-term agreements
  • Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives through negotiation, value analysis, and process improvements.

Cost Management and Value Engineering:

  • Collaborate with engineering and product development teams on value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) initiatives to optimize material specifications and reduce costs.
  • Drive continuous improvement in material cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Internal Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

  • Work closely with engineering and design teams to understand material specifications, performance requirements, and new product development needs.
  • Partner with STA to resolve material quality issues and drive corrective actions with suppliers.
  • Engage with finance and legal departments for budgeting, payment terms, and contract reviews.
  • Communicate sourcing strategies, market insights, and supplier performance to relevant internal stakeholders.

Sustainability and Compliance:

  • Ensure suppliers adhere to ethical sourcing practices, environmental regulations, and social responsibility standards.
  • Monitor and manage compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and relevant governmental regulations

Reporting and Analytics:

  • Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, lead times
  • Conduct spend analysis to identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and cost reduction.
  • Prepare regular reports and presentations on market conditions, sourcing strategies, and supplier performance for management.

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