We at Leggett & Platt Automotive are looking for a Program Buyer to join our growing Automotive Team at our facility in Troy, MI. We are a multi-billion-dollar globally diversified company that designs and manufactures various engineered components and products. Our growing automotive business unit, which exceeds one billion dollars in sales, is comprised of four main product segments with operations on three continents. Our customers include OEM and Tier 1 automotive companies.
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting manufacturing requirements by delivering, maintaining, and improving equipment and processes.
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So, what will you be doing as a Program Buyer?
- Executing the category strategy within the program perimeter, at the direction of the Category Manager(s).
- Achieving all major program deliverables (cost, quality, timing, service, etc.)
- Preparing and presenting sourcing committee documentation, to be validated and approved by the Sourcing Committee.
- Executing contracts reflecting the results of sourcing initiatives that adequately manage business and supply risks with appropriate legal terms and conditions.
- Managing the interface between the Program and the Suppliers; work with Category management to integrate suppliers as early as possible in the program. Work with selected suppliers to propose design / cost improvement ideas to benefit the program.
- Managing cost and timing during the product development, in conjunction with Supplier Development.
- Providing the necessary support, information, and updates to the program core team.
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