Buyer II - Rubber

TIFS•Auburn Hills, MI

11d

About The Position

Responsibilities of Position: Lead sourcing and execute commodity strategies Manage RFQs/RFPs, market tests, and TCO analysis Negotiate multi-year agreements and secure competitive pricing Forecast and track regional financial performance Evaluate and develop suppliers; ensure quality compliance Support cross-functional teams and advanced procurement Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced Tier 1 environment Skill Requirements: Superior negotiation and communication skills. Capable of multi-task program management with related AQP experience. Excellent Information Management Skills Self-directed, proactive, and organized Able to work with limited or imperfect data Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Tier 1 automotive experience preferred. Knowledge of TS/IATF 16949 Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office (cost models, data analysis, forecasting)

Requirements

Superior negotiation and communication skills
Capable of multi-task program management with related AQP experience
Excellent Information Management Skills
Self-directed, proactive, and organized
Able to work with limited or imperfect data
Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of TS/IATF 16949
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office (cost models, data analysis, forecasting)
Bachelor degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field
4+ years of automotive purchasing experience (Tier 1 preferred)