Commodity Buyer- Forgings, Stampings, Rubber- Saginaw

Position Overview

As a Commodity Buyer, you will play a critical role in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of your assigned commodities while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability and ensuring that supply base meets cost, quality, launch and delivery commitments
Main Responsibilities

+ Leads full sourcing process with activities as RFQ/RFI, technical reviews and obtain Council approval for new business awards.

+ Works in cooperation with other Nexteer functions to make the best supplier selection for Nexteer.

+ Conducts market research to identify potential suppliers and products that meet the organization's needs.

+ Negotiates contracts for prices and terms with outside suppliers for new and carryover components.

+ Develops and maintains commodity strategies in cooperation with ot...