Just like a bridge, our mission in Purchasing is to connect internal and external partners to deliver world class results. We build our bridge together on solid foundational values.
Our global Purchasing team sources over $80 billion in products and services annually. We deliver world class results by embracing our values of Belief, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, Growth, and Energy (BRIDGE) as they are the framework for our culture. We believe in a work-life balance and provide team members opportunities for mentoring, learning & development and exposure to senior leadership.
The Senior Buyer Raw Material- Aluminum buyer is responsible for managing all commercial, operational and strategic requirements for $243M of annual spend. The ideal candidate will be responsible for contract negotiations, maintenance of contract repository and all purchase order maintenance.
Job responsibilities include but not limited to:
•Develop annual budget, which includes productivity and economics
•Support finance and treasury in development of raw material corporate forecast
•Develop commodity strategy for NAFTA that aligns with the overall global strategy for the commodity
•Insure supplier compliance to all FCA requirements for quality, delivery and service
This position affords the opportunity for career development within the Purchasing organization and with other cross-functional groups.
Join our Bridge! We are looking for a high energy, enthusiastic professional, driven to achieve world class results as a Senior Buyer.
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Basic Qualifications:
•Bachelor in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited university
•Minimum of 4.5 years of related professional experience in commercial negotiations, sales or supplier development
•Experience working with metallic suppliers either in a commercial or quality capacity
•Well organized, self-motivated, and resourceful managing complex situations
•Comfortable in a fast paced environment and be able to effectively interface with cross functional teams and all levels of senior management
•Strong communication and commodity leadership skills
•Proficient using MS office programs and Google suite
Preferred Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in Business
•Experience in the automotive or steel industry and simultaneously managing multiple commodities
•Strong negotiation skills and the ability to think and act strategically; raw material purchasing experience 5 years
•Direct interaction with raw material suppliers, either in a procurement or manufacturing capacity
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
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