Sr. Buyer

CSP (Teijin Automotive Technologies); Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

CSP (Teijin Automotive Technologies) is seeking an experienced Purchasing professional to evaluate sources for production components and develop long-term supplier agreements. The role involves placing POss via QAD EE, managing pricing at a corporate level, and driving cost savings across CSP plants.

Responsibilities include collaborating with Engineering to understand program requirements, leading supplier negotiations, and supporting supplier quality through audits as needed.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required; business concentration preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of automotive purchasing experience, ideally in composites or metals.
• Strong experience with QAD SE or EE ERP systems.
• Purchasing experience with chemicals, small components, wiring harnesses, castings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and choose sources for production components/materials.
• Develop long-term agreements with suppliers.
• Place purchase orders (via QAD EE) with suppliers.
• Manage pricing at a corporate level for CSP plants.
• Identify and execute cost savings opportunities.
• Support CSP facilities in supplier issue resolution and negotiations.
• Coordinate with Engineering on program requirements and changes.
• Participate in program kickoffs and ensure timelines are met.
• Develop and refine purchasing policies and procedures.
• Travel up to 15% domestically and 5% internationally.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Cost reduction/cost savings

ERP systems

Education

BA/BS Degree

Tools

QAD SE/EE ERP

Job description

CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.

Job Description

Evaluate and choose sources for production components/materials

Develop Long Term Agreements with suppliers as appropriate

Place purchase orders (via QAD EE) with suppliers

Manage pricing at a Corporate level for the plants

Identify and execute cost savings opportunities

Support CSP facilities in resolution of supplier issues, lead negotiations as necessary

Interacting with CSP facilities and building strong relationships with the suppliers who support CSP plants

Work closely with Engineering to gain an understanding of program requirements / Coordinate Engineering Changes

Participates in program kickoff meetings. Works with Sales, Engineering, CSP plants personnel and supplier to ensure duties and timelines are met. Expedites as necessary.

Participates in the development of new or enhanced Purchasing policy and procedures.

Performs a variety of complicated tasks. A wide degree of independence and decision-making latitude is expected.

May participate on Supplier Quality audits.

Responsible for ensuring that customer requirements are met.

Adhere to all CSP company policies, guidelines, and procedures.

Travel up to 15% domestic and 5% international

Qualifications:

BA/BS Degree is required and concentration in business is preferred.

A minimum of ten years of automotive purchasing experience is required, preferably in the composites or metallics area.

Strong experience with QAD SE or EE ERP system.

Purchasing experience with chemicals, small components, wire harnesses, castings would be a plus and is strongly preferred.

Knowledge of and compliance with IATF-16949 requirements and procedures required

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!