Entry-Level Procurement Associate: Cost & Supplier Strategy

Textron; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kautex in Troy, MI is seeking an Entry Level Procurement Associate to support cost analysis, supplier selection for prototypes, and RFQ processes. You will collaborate with ISC teams and use tools to optimize component pricing through the program lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have a degree in purchasing/related fields and internships in the automotive sector. Strong Excel and ERP skills are expected; English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in purchasing or related field required.
• First commercial working experience gained in internships is required.
• Experience in automotive industry is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of value-, design- and price-analysis.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems such as SAP.

Responsibilities

• Cost analysis of main bought-in products.
• Select suppliers for prototypes and production parts per ISC strategy.
• Initiate RFQs, negotiate and execute contracts.
• Understand component pricing and manage program lifecycle from quotation onward.
• Utilize tools for should-cost analysis and develop cost-reduction ideas.
• Coordinate cost tracking and negotiate supplier cost increases.
• Create and archive legal documents; support with contracts.
• Identify total landed cost improvements via supplier workshops.

Skills

Value analysis

Design analysis

Price analysis

English language skills

Education

Bachelor of Purchasing, Business Administration, Materials Sciences, Supply Chain, Logistics

Tools

Excel

SAP

E-Matrix

Sharepoint

Job description

Kautex in Troy, MI is seeking an Entry Level Procurement Associate to support cost analysis, supplier selection for prototypes, and RFQ processes. You will collaborate with ISC teams and use tools to optimize component pricing through the program lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have a degree in purchasing/related fields and internships in the automotive sector. Strong Excel and ERP skills are expected; English proficiency is required.