This role is categorized as hybrid . This means the successful candidate is expected to report to [ Cole Engineering Center , Warren MI] three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business
The Role :
As a Sr. Buyer you will be responsible for the purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services. Responsible for actively participating in the development of commodity strategy, sourcing/negotiations, global/regional material budget execution, and collaborate with suppliers and internal partners. The work is of a sophisticated nature involving a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work and judgment.
What You'll Do :
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Responsible for maintaining sourcing pipeline, benchmarking data, strategy presentations, global budget and on-time metrics
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Adhere to corporate and unit purchasing and accounting practices and procedures
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Sourcing and Contracting Activities that include, but not limited to:
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Sourcing event bid strategy & management
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Bid analytics
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Coordination and alignment of RFQ package components, including Terms & Conditions, SOR, technical documentation
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Leadership sourcing recommendation / alignment
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Management of sourcing documentation related to bid events in adherence to the GM Audit Services
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Cooperate with legal to negotiate special contract terms
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Daily supplier interface activities on all commercial items
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Support and drive commercial budget activities
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Lead “Strategic Supplier Engagement” reviews and drive to prime meetings
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Nurture relationship with strategic suppliers by acting as a focal point for commercial issue resolution
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Perform rate management activities including spot buys, rate analysis and supplier requests
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Participate in supplier KPI reviews
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate