Purchasing Agent

Daimler Truck • Portland, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role The Daimler Truck North America Procurement Department (TT/GN) is a fast paced, high energy team responsible for Strategic Sourcing decisions and supporting the optimization of supplier performance on the basis of cost, quality and delivery. As a truly global organization, Daimler Trucks Procurement department offers exciting opportunities to work and grow in diverse, multi-regional and international teams using negotiation, entrepreneurial, technical and analytical skills. If this environment sounds interesting to you, please consider the following job responsibilities and requirements. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team What You Drive at DTNA Strategic sourcing buyer for N5-2 and CCI liaison role for TT/GN Lead strategic sourcing decisions and manage suppliers for portfolio of around $90 Million on systems related to Chassis components which include: 5th Wheel Core team member of strategic projects under MatCo (Mat. Cost Optimization) for complexity reductions initiatives and as liaison for CCI representing Purchasing function and accordingly report progress to TT/GN management team Lead for coordination of OLT topics from Purchasing and Supply chain within TT/GN and create transparency to drive initiatives Execute negotiations to establish or renew long-term supplier agreements to purchase critical materials including parts component pricing, tooling, services, warranty and Aftermarket support Interface with suppliers and DTNA Engineering, Sales, Aftermarket, Quality, Supplier Management and Manufacturing to ensure the timely and accurate communication of specifications Contribute to Purchasing global cost targets finding consistent and sustainable cost reductions by negotiating Long Term Agreements together with suppliers Manage suppliers to contracted terms and resolve any discrepancies for raw materials, pricing agreements, new part quotes, and continuous cost improvement projects Work close to the Central Purchasing Office in regard to operational processes, such as getting new parts quotes, sending drawings to suppliers and loading contracts on Purchasing systems Represent Procurement in Strategic Development Teams for New Projects (SDT) Represent TP/GN Purchasing & Supply Chain team as liaison in the cross-functional DTNA CCI Team, providing Purchasing input into engineering/supplier cost improvement idea generation and implementation. Monitor the progress of CCI cost improvement ideas across purchasing team and reporting progress to senior management incl. E3/E2 on regular basis Support Chassis (TT/GN5) purchasing management team for strategic initiatives that would include market analysis (RM, freight, energy, inflation), commodity strategy review and documentation , and regular COMET reports analysis & reporting. At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Ability to analyze, organize and summarize large amounts of data into simple or key terms
• Advanced MS Excel knowledge and MS PowerPoint
• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
• Proactive, driven, self-starter and quick learner with the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Degree focus in Business, Finance, Engineering, Project Management or related field preferred
• Previous automotive/industry experience
• Demonstrated negotiation skills
• Strong project management skills

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing buyer for N5-2 and CCI liaison role for TT/GN
• Lead strategic sourcing decisions and manage suppliers for portfolio of around $90 Million on systems related to Chassis components which include: 5th Wheel
• Core team member of strategic projects under MatCo (Mat. Cost Optimization) for complexity reductions initiatives and as liaison for CCI representing Purchasing function and accordingly report progress to TT/GN management team
• Lead for coordination of OLT topics from Purchasing and Supply chain within TT/GN and create transparency to drive initiatives
• Execute negotiations to establish or renew long-term supplier agreements to purchase critical materials including parts component pricing, tooling, services, warranty and Aftermarket support
• Interface with suppliers and DTNA Engineering, Sales, Aftermarket, Quality, Supplier Management and Manufacturing to ensure the timely and accurate communication of specifications
• Contribute to Purchasing global cost targets finding consistent and sustainable cost reductions by negotiating Long Term Agreements together with suppliers
• Manage suppliers to contracted terms and resolve any discrepancies for raw materials, pricing agreements, new part quotes, and continuous cost improvement projects
• Work close to the Central Purchasing Office in regard to operational processes, such as getting new parts quotes, sending drawings to suppliers and loading contracts on Purchasing systems
• Represent Procurement in Strategic Development Teams for New Projects (SDT)
• Represent TP/GN Purchasing & Supply Chain team as liaison in the cross-functional DTNA CCI Team, providing Purchasing input into engineering/supplier cost improvement idea generation and implementation.
• Monitor the progress of CCI cost improvement ideas across purchasing team and reporting progress to senior management incl. E3/E2 on regular basis
• Support Chassis (TT/GN5) purchasing management team for strategic initiatives that would include market analysis (RM, freight, energy, inflation), commodity strategy review and documentation , and regular COMET reports analysis & reporting.

Benefits

• Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level