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Buyer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Chennai

AI generated summary

  • You should have 5-8 years of automotive buying experience, strong negotiation and project management skills, manufacturing process knowledge, and excellent analytical, communication, and leadership abilities.
  • You will process POs and TOs, validate supplier claims, and execute strategies to meet program targets and global commodity goals while supporting supply base development.

Requirements

  • Manufacturing Process knowledge, Negotiation, Project Management, and GPDS skills.
  • Able to work in different time zone and manage relationships with regional supply base / Cross-functional / JV team, Proficiency in below competencies.
  • Negotiation skills, Commodity buying experience, Part Cost estimating, Lean Manufacturing knowledge, Project management skills.
  • 5 to 8 years of related experience (Automotive buying experience preferred)
  • 1) Excellent research, data mining, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • 2) Extremely good Presentation & Communication skills (written and verbal)
  • 3) Attitude to work in a challenging environment & Attitude to improve is a must
  • 4) Ability to understand cost drivers and achieve desired cost structures
  • 5) Good Manufacturing Process knowledge of various commodities
  • 6) Able to lead structured supplier meetings and drive desired outcomes
  • 7) Be an excellent negotiator, drive creative solutions & self-starter.
  • 8) Keep up commitments on time; Be Proactive and question logically
  • 9) Willing to learn/teach and share experiences with team members

Responsibilities

  • The primary responsibility of the buyer is to ensure on time processing PO / TO and validating the supplier claims. Also to execute strategies to deliver program targets, TVM goals, Global Commodity Business Plans covering regional objectives and execution of supply base development strategies.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the buyer?

The primary responsibility of the buyer is to ensure on-time processing of Purchase Orders (PO) and Task Orders (TO), as well as validating supplier claims.

What skills are required for this position?

The required skills include negotiations, cost reduction, business operations, and change management.

What qualifications do you look for in candidates?

Candidates should have manufacturing process knowledge, negotiation skills, project management proficiency, and GPDS skills.

Is automotive buying experience preferred for this role?

Yes, 5 to 8 years of related experience, particularly in automotive buying, is preferred.

What competencies should candidates be proficient in?

Candidates should be proficient in negotiation skills, commodity buying experience, part cost estimating, and lean manufacturing knowledge.

How important are communication skills for this job?

Extremely good presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for this position.

What is the work environment like for this role?

The role requires an attitude to work in a challenging environment and a willingness to improve continually.

What is the importance of understanding cost drivers in this position?

Understanding cost drivers is crucial to achieve desired cost structures and to facilitate effective negotiations.

Are there expectations for leading supplier meetings?

Yes, candidates must be able to lead structured supplier meetings and drive desired outcomes.

What qualities should a successful candidate possess?

A successful candidate should be an excellent negotiator, a self-starter, proactive, and capable of logically questioning situations.

Is teamwork important in this role?

Yes, candidates should be willing to learn from, teach, and share experiences with team members.

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