Commodity Buyer (Direct Material)

Main Activities
More than 6 years’ experience in automotive company in Direct Material (Press Parts and Carbon and Stainless Steel)
Surveys the local procurement markets, informing the Commodity Managers of relevant trends/developments
Negotiates with regional suppliers (new business decisions, annual price and savings negotiations) in agreement with Commodity Manager
Carries out request for Quotations, Bid Analysis and supplier recommendations in agreement with Commodity Manager
Executes supplier visits/audits with Supplier Quality Engineers
Conducts cost analysis activities with Cost Analysis Team
Provides assistance to the Commodity Managers for tenders, regular audits and supplier evaluations
Responsible for everyday communication with suppliers
Carries out contract management, incl. contract data maintenance
Manages Engineering Change Process in production phase (i.e. Process "Make & Deliver")
Troubleshoots (supports technical and time-critical ad-hoc requests/requirements)
Executes measures in the area of commodity reporting and performance measurement
Develops and updates templates, tools and standards in conjunction with the Competence Centre
Ensures regular communication with internal, external interfaces
Focus on cost reduction
Requirements
Education: Grade 12 - University Degree/Diploma in the following disciplines - Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management
At least 6 years of relevant experience in commodity (production) buying experience, preferably within the motor or related industries
Advanced Excel skills
SAP experience