General Procurement Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive supplier is seeking a General Purchasing Specialist in Richmond Hill, Canada. The role involves reviewing purchase requisitions, issuing purchase orders, and negotiating supplier agreements. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of procurement experience, fluency in Korean and English, and strong analytical and negotiation skills. Competitive compensation and opportunities for travel are included in the role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a procurement role within the manufacturing or automotive industry.
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills.
• Intermediate communication skills, fluency in Korean and English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure on-time results.
• Review legal documentation such as RFQs and LOIs.
• Negotiate supply agreements and cost models with key suppliers.

Skills

Intermediate communication skills

Fluency in Korean and English

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, Management, Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Summary

The General Purchasing Specialist is responsible for reviewing purchase requisitions from departments, issuing purchase orders and posting invoices. The incumbent also identifies cost saving opportunities, process improvements, and negotiates contractual agreements.

ABOUT MOBIS NORTH AMERICA ELECTRIFIED POWERTRAIN, LLC

MOBIS North America electrified Powertrain, LLC (MNAe) is a Tier 1 supplier of BSA and PE systems, which are vital parts to produce electric vehicles, based on state-of-art manufacturing technology related to battery system assembly.

Essential Functions

To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, as well as internal and external customers including Sales Managers, to ensure on-time results
• Review legal documentation such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), terms and conditions, and develop documentation according to MOBIS policy
• Review supplier requirements, release quotations, and perform quotation analysis
• Perform part characteristic analysis and risk analysis, and create Procurement policies
• Research and secure potential suppliers
• Perform cost analysis for parts, tooling, and other supplier expenses; negotiate prices with suppliers
• Create detailed price breakdown for each product by analyzing the piece price and breaking the price down into its categories (e.g. material, labor and burden, etc.)
• Negotiate supply agreements and cost models with key suppliers, ensure pricing and lead time information is updated
• Comply with and promote safety in the workplace
• All other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Basic Qualifications

(The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

• Experience: Specialist (3+ years)
• Education: Bachelor\'s Degree (BA/BS)
• Degree Field: Business Management, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, Management, Accounting, or related field
• Equivalent Experience / Education: 3+ years of experience in procurement role within manufacturing/automotive industry

Experience:

• Communication skills: Intermediate
• Ability to speak and write fluently in both Korean and English
• Good Communication, analytical, and technical skills
• Knowledge of Industrial materials and fabrication suppliers
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

None Required

Working Conditions

• Office setting, some walking and standing within and between buildings.
• Overtime as needed.
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays
• Working in all Development work groups if needed