Senior Auto OEM Procurement Specialist

ElDorado National California Inc; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life保险

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Employee referral program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) seeks a Senior Buyer with a proven OEM procurement track record to source raw materials, components, engines, and tires for automotive assemblies.

The role emphasizes supplier management, cost optimization, and inventory control, with a focus on maintaining OEM quality standards. Based in Riverside, CA, this onsite position requires deep knowledge of OEM supply chains, JIT models, and ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with preference for supply chain or engineering.
• Minimum 5 years procurement experience; automotive procurement preferred.
• Strong relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers in automotive supply chain.
• Experience in OEM procurement for raw materials, components, engines, tires.
• Deep understanding of OEM supply chain operations, JIT, supplier performance metrics.
• Knowledge of PLM, configuration management, NPI and production control.
• Experience with IMP/IMS, risk management and requirements processes.
• Proficient Excel and ERP/MRP systems; strong analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills and OEM quality/compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials per OEM specs, balancing cost, quality and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance for best value and timeliness.
• Oversee RFQ process, procurement awards, PO creation and goods receipt.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to meet production needs.
• Manage inventory to support JIT production; minimize disruptions.
• Analyze PPV and control costs to improve profitability.
• Ensure suppliers meet delivery schedules and address issues promptly.
• Conduct procurement analyses to optimize decision-making and efficiency.

Skills

OEM procurement

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cost analysis

JIT/inventory control

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or engineering (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)

Job description

ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) seeks a Senior Buyer with a proven OEM procurement track record to source raw materials, components, engines, and tires for automotive assemblies.

The role emphasizes supplier management, cost optimization, and inventory control, with a focus on maintaining OEM quality standards. Based in Riverside, CA, this onsite position requires deep knowledge of OEM supply chains, JIT models, and ERP/MRP systems.