Position Description:
- Responsibility for this position includes but is not limited to:
- Manage the inbound truckload services for parts shipments to our assembly plants
- Manage competitiveness and network optimization through Blue Yonder procurement
- Develop purchasing POV on sourcing actions to improve Transportation network for inbound parts.
- Use of negotiation and sourcing tools such as GDIA to develop sourcing recommendations and develop leverage and help drive waste from network
- Identification and development of new truckload carriers
- Leverage data analytics to support sourcing decisions
- Understand industry trends and associated data analytical trends.
- Lead strategic work such as Business Unit Reviews, Commodity Strategy updates, etc.
- Lead for management of Supplier relationships
- Champion Minority development and opportunities
- Support the Purchasing and FCSD transitions to Blue Yonder and accelerate the adoption of the system. Help integrate the network design with the carrier contracts
- Ability to work cross functionally with Client's Lead Logistics Provide and North American Logistics team.
- Understand the Network design and complications, and help source to maximize the efficiency within the Network
- Look for synergies between FCSD and NAML networks
Skills Required:- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering)
- Positive, Can Do attitude when faced with demanding customer expectations. Team approach with fellow Buyers and MP&L/Plant Materials/FCSD team counterparts
- Able to maintain focus and operate under pressure in fast paced environment
- Able to develop, leverage cross-functional network
- Ability to develop and communicate strategic and analytical viewpoints to purchasing leadership, carrier base, and internal customers.
- Ability to find leverage with a market driven commodity to help achieve optimal cost and service
- Highly organized, analytical, and a strategic thinker to support the required pace
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong excel skillset
Experience Required:- 0-5 years of experience in Supply Chain / Purchasing
Education Required:- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other relevant area
Additional Information:- In Office / Dearborn Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
- Remote working Monday and Friday.
We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit www.zobility.com to learn more.
Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.