Technical Project Buyer

Rheinmetall AG; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheinmetall AG in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Project Buyer to drive component cost targets during the product development stage while upholding quality and availability requirements.

Responsibilities include estimating item costs, drafting the Quotation-BoM, nominating development suppliers, coordinating with commodity managers and supplier quality, and leading PPAP activities with global teams. Willingness to travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Master degree in business, project management or engineering.
• 3-5 years in program-related purchasing, supplier evaluation, negotiation.
• Ability to read technical prints and manage feasibility with engineering and suppliers.
• Willing to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; SAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Estimate item costs and draft the Quotation-BoM in alignment with stakeholders.
• Conclude NDA and nominate development suppliers; present in IST.
• Coordinate supplier cost analysis and supplier qualification during PDP.
• Monitor PPAP submissions and approvals during PDP.
• Support MCP, VIST budgeting and cross-functional program planning.

Skills

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Master Degree in Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Ref.-Nr.: US00450Schedule type: Full TimeContract Type: Full TimeWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORThe responsibility of the Project Buyer is to achieve the cost targets of the purchased items during the Product Development Stage (commencing with the product cost accounting at the project start-up and the documented cost development), always under consideration of the quality requirement for and availability of the components.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESEstimate item costs and draw up of the Quotation-BoM in alignment with Commodity Manager, Commodity Buyer, Supplier Quality Development, and – if necessary – of the Purchased Item Cost Analysis TeamConclude Letter of Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement NDAto nominate a development supplier in coordination with the Commodity Manager, the Commodity Buyer and the Supplier Quality Development. The nomination of a development supplier has to be presented in the IST. The Project Buyer is responsible for coordinating the project activities for CP to present a final supplier decision in the IST, in alignment with CM and SQDRFQ to analyze and evaluate cost of components based on selected bidders list using SupplyOn in alignment with the CB and the CMObtain the manufacturing feasibility confirmation from the supplier and PPM-agreement for the RFQs initiated by the PB and clarification of the feasibility evaluation and ppm- agreement in cooperation with SQD and developmentAnticipating cost for Metal market and development of exchange rate and Material cost for future programsSupport implementation of general Purchasing strategy (e.g. localization, global footprint, etc.)Coordinate within the Program Team the timing for new quotations of potential new business.Purchase the prototypes items during the Product Development Process (PDP)Fill and update the Supplier-Nomination-Forecast-List (SNF) in close alignment with CP teamOrganize meetings to prepare supplier decisions (pre-meeting PB CB SQD) in which the PB informs the team about project timing and volumes, prototype suppliers (if already existing), sold capacities to customer, allowance of amortisation of initial tool costs and project related CSR (customer specific requirements)Conduct the Change Management (ECM) and negotiations concerning any design change required during the PDP with the assistance of the Commodity Buyer (CB)Continuously monitor on-time PPAP submission, delivery and PPAP approvals during the PDP with the assistance of the Supplier Quality Development (continuous update of monitoring tool SURE within SupplyOn)Track costs during the PDP and prepare the revised Q-BoM in the Gate Review Process up to Gate 700Attend APQP meetings for new programsExperience in two of the following commodities is a distinct advantage for this position: sintered / powder metal parts, castings (high pressure die cast, permanent and semi-permanent mold casting, machining), plastics, stampings, turned PartsSupport final sourcing decision through collaboration with commodity purchasing and supplier quality developmentWilling and able to travel extensively and work overtime as neededAbility to work in an international environment in compliance with Rheinmetall standardsSupport annual Material Cost Planning (MCP) for new projectsContinuous Supplier Tooling Investment Planning (VIST) by defining project related budgets per calendar year considering payment schedule based on PPAP timing and payment termWork with Sales Forecast to establish 3 to 5 year business plan horizonWHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVEREQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMaster Degree (B.S. Business, B.S. Project Management or B.S. Engineering)3-5 years of experience in program related purchasing activities, supplier evaluation and negotiationTechnical knowledge and experience in technical manufacturing processesAbility to read technical prints and specifications and manage feasibility confirmations with engineering and suppliersEvaluate technical BOMs with market prices for calculations. Ability of cost analysis of supplier quotesActive management of cost down activities for our products (technical, alternative supplier)Ability for domestic and international travel (up to 30%)Outstanding communication skills (written and spoken)Strong interpersonal skills, international business etiquetteOutstanding analytical skillsOutstanding Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)and profound SAP knowledgeOpen, proactive and flexible approach with willingness to work in a constantly evolving/growing environments