Commodity Buyer - R0056901
- Lead price and commercial negotiations with suppliers, both annually and on an ad-hoc basis (including payment terms, tooling, capacity, EOL, and other contractual elements).
- Formalize and maintain supplier contracts.
- Drive sourcing decisions in line with category strategy and Business Unit (BU) expectations, considering timing and technical requirements.
- Prepare cost estimates during acquisition phases, including coordination with Cost Engineering for “should cost” analysis.
- Support the execution of global and regional category strategies.
- Partner with BUs to support VEC (Value Engineering Cost) initiatives and negotiate corresponding savings with suppliers.
- Track and report key KPIs by supplier and part number.
- Gather and maintain relevant regional and global supplier and category data.
- Propose strategic direction to the Global Category Manager based on market intelligence and supplier performance.
- Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in the annual budgeting process.
- Collaborate closely with the Global Category Team to raise and resolve issues related to cost, supply, and quality.
- Build and manage relationships with local and regional suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with Astemo’s purchasing standards and expectations.
- Experience in automotive purchasing strongly preferred.
- Ability to read technical drawings and specifications is a plus.
- Familiarity with automotive quality standards is beneficial.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Results-driven with a proven ability to implement cost and process improvements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and collaborate effectively across functions.
- Comfortable managing multiple small-scale projects or one major initiative.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
- Fluency in English required; Japanese language skills are a plus.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or a related area.
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods. Occasionally required to lift or move up to 25 pounds. Expected to work 40–60 hours per week.
- Travel: Occasional travel to suppliers and Astemo locations is required; some international travel may be necessary.
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