Procurement Buyer I: Drive Cost Reductions & New Programs

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.; El Paso (TX); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Buyer I at the El Paso site to drive supplier management, cost optimization, and resilient supply chains for the Components Business Unit.

This role supports new programs, customer requirements, and long-term growth. Responsibilities include price approvals, RFQ handling, production launch scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to ensure material availability and favorable terms.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1–3 years component buyer experience.
• Project management (BPO onboarding); KPI preparation and reporting.
• Continuous improvement activities and training.
• Align and implement procedures and policies; develop workflows.
• Knowledge of audits and compliance processes.

Responsabilidades

• Handle new/current price approval process and RFQ using PCS Sheet.
• Negotiate regular cost reductions aligned to FY budget targets.
• Manage new production launch schedules and plans.
• Obtain sourcing approval for each program; prepare M/L, CDD, award letter and tooling requests.
• Analyze price comparisons, logistics routes, MOQs, etc.
• Prepare and coordinate orders for prototype events.
• Review invoices for PPV-related adjustments and delivery status.
• Biannually evaluate supplier base and scorecard reflections.
• Research market trends and compile analyses to identify potential suppliers.
• Develop new suppliers identified as potential fit for SEWS business.

Conhecimentos

Buyer experience

Project management

Continuous improvement

Procedures & workflows

Audits & compliance

Formação

Bachelor's Degree

Descrição da vaga

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Buyer I at the El Paso site to drive supplier management, cost optimization, and resilient supply chains for the Components Business Unit.

This role supports new programs, customer requirements, and long-term growth. Responsibilities include price approvals, RFQ handling, production launch scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to ensure material availability and favorable terms.