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Job Posting TitleBuyer - Electronics / Mechatronics
Job Description SummaryFacilitates the purchase of electronics / mechatronics direct material components. This includes evaluating quotations and selecting suppliers for products that meet required financial requirements and are in line with the global category strategy.
Job Description
Responsible for all current production electronics / mechatronics spend and sourcing of components on time, under defined procurement budget, and with adherence to AAM procurement policy and procedures.
Partner with matched set counterparts from product engineering and supplier quality to identify, study, and implement cost saving initiatives.
Complete purchase requisitions, issue blanket purchase agreements, and make updates to purchase agreements as required throughout program lifecycles.
Enter supplier tooling requisitions and issue supplier tooling purchase orders as required.
Quoting and negotiating all program and component related changes within predefined timing.
Lead negotiations for any non-standard commercial terms with supply base as required.
Monitor key supplier performance criteria related to commercial, quality, and delivery metrics. Push for continuous improvement from strategic suppliers.
Support procurement program and supplier quality teams to ensure that all suppliers meet program deliverables.
Coordinate / Support Technical reviews with matched set counterparts as required.
Support outstanding supplier payment issues as they arise.
Support continuity of supply issues as they arise for all AAM manufacturing facilities.
Required Skills and Education
BA/BS in Finance, Business or Supply Chain Management plus 2-4 years professional experience in automotive direct material purchasing.
About American Axle & Manufacturing
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.
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