AISIN World Corp. of America · 1 day ago
Purchasing Buyer - Resin Components
Columbus, IN, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelAISIN World Corp. of America is a leading global Tier One automotive supplier, specializing in essential parts and technologies for vehicles. The Purchasing Buyer role involves supporting the Commodity Purchasing department by negotiating with suppliers, analyzing quotations, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to optimize purchasing strategies.
AutomotiveElectronicsManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProduct DesignSalesSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, confidentiality agreements, master purchase agreements, changes in process, terms, engineering requirements, and other items as required with suppliers
Detailed quotation analysis and negotiation for all cost drivers
Support the launch of new programs, including negotiating and price establishment of prototype / trial materials
Evaluate new supplier performance and information
Support preparation of annual budget plans (including purchases, manpower, expenses, etc.) for each location and all assigned components and suppliers – working with manufacturing plant site purchasing members to finalize total budget plan by plant
Support development and standardization of processes in conjunction with AWA systems & processes and manufacturing plant needs for all Commodity assigned components (including strategy, negotiation tactics, processes, policies, etc.)
In conjunction with management, lead activities for Commodity purchasing to:
+ Develop forms, processes, and systems for Commodity central purchasing
+ Support other AISIN purchasing groups for similar products and processes
+ Execute communized purchasing activities with suppliers and potential suppliers
+ Develop total supply chain cost analysis
Support the Commodity procurement team (and support of other teams as appropriate) for cost reduction activity including cooperation with AISIN affiliated companies
Support sub-tier negotiations and purchasing as necessary
Coordinate and analyze total volume usage, forecasts, and total material buy for Commodity suppliers
Support related processes as appropriate for quotations, Letters of Intent, Feasibility Studies, Engineering Changes, quotations, capacity investigations, etc
Analysis of various inputs and conditions from cross-functional departments to find cost savings opportunities
Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams at AWA, manufacturing plants and AISIN Group companies (both domestic and overseas)
Coordinate with SPTT members to conduct supplier business audits
In conjunction with strategic project purchasing members and SPTT:
+ Assess prospective suppliers for new model programs and localization activities
+ Support development of commodity purchase strategies
+ Identify suppliers for new business and review their capabilities per engineering requirements
Prepare reports and presentations as necessary
Gain consensus from multiple manufacturing plants and recommend sourcing decisions
Act as Supplier champion to AISIN and voice of AISIN to supplier
Develop and maintain record of supplier assessments for commodity suppliers
Work with design team to identify new, local, or advanced materials and processes for mass or cost savings
Other tasks and duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Effective written and verbal communication skills for internal and external contacts
Ability to create effective memos and letters
Capable of analyzing quotations, developing budgets, and understanding cost impact
Ability to comprehend technical and business correspondence
Ability to analyze manufacturing processes and blueprints
Strong computer skills including Excel, and the ability to create graphs, spreadsheets, and charts
Preferred
Experience in automotive industry with understanding of standard job functions and requirements within the industry
Prior purchasing experience in automotive industry or industrial environment
Experience in multi-cultural environment, preferably Japanese-based
Experience in logistics, customs, and duties/tariff
Fluency in English with additional language skill in Japanese, Chinese, German, and/or Spanish
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, other Applied Science, or Purchasing Supply Chain Management is preferred. Bachelor's degree in Business or other non-technical area is acceptable based on proven technical skill
Company
AISIN World Corp. of America
Based in Kariya City, Aichi, Japan, AISIN Corporation is a $35 billion Top 10 global Tier One supplier of automotive components and systems with over 200 consolidated companies spanning over 20 countries and some 120,000 employees.
Founded in 2008
201-500 employees
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