Strategic Accessories Buyer — Sourcing & Negotiation

Slate; Center (IN); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Slate in Indiana seeks an energetic Accessories Buyer to lead strategic sourcing for vehicle accessories—exterior, interior and tech. You will build a strategic supply base, lead supplier negotiations, and manage RFIs, RFQs and commercial agreements.

The role emphasizes cost targets, on-time delivery, data analysis and cross-functional collaboration with product development and quality teams. Bachelor's degree and 2–5 years experience required; ERP experience (SAP, Plex) preferred; startup

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree
• 2–5 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering
• Preferred experience with accessories
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements
• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Plex)

Aufgaben

• Develop a strategic supply base and lead supplier commercial negotiations
• Manage supplier RFIs, RFQs and commercial agreements
• Quote and negotiate pricing for vehicle accessories
• Assist in resolving cost, quality, and delivery issues with cross-functional teams
• Develop strategies and implement cost-reduction solutions
• Ensure supplier adherence to Global Terms and Conditions
• Analyze data from internal/external sources to deliver best value
• Communicate risks and priorities to drive resolution

Kenntnisse

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Relationship building

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Plex

Jobbeschreibung

Slate in Indiana seeks an energetic Accessories Buyer to lead strategic sourcing for vehicle accessories—exterior, interior and tech. You will build a strategic supply base, lead supplier negotiations, and manage RFIs, RFQs and commercial agreements.

The role emphasizes cost targets, on-time delivery, data analysis and cross-functional collaboration with product development and quality teams. Bachelor's degree and 2–5 years experience required; ERP experience (SAP, Plex) preferred; startup