Job Description

The qualified buyer should be a collaborator who has an affinity for building relationships, forecasting, creating and analyzing reports, negotiate pricing, establish contracts/agreements, and has general supply and inventory knowledge. The buyer provides critical support to the Shakeproof Automotive Team and delivers cross-Plant supply chain strategies to the larger Shakeproof Automotive business segment. The buyer will play a role in supporting projects involving MRD, forecasting, maintaining inventory, order material, issue purchase orders and will be instrumental in maintaining raw material at each manufacturing site.

WHAT MAKES THIS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY:

ITW offers a strong culture, based on integrity and trust. The position requires communication and coordination across different departments and levels within the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·        Develop a process to collect raw material, washers, and component data, analyze by each manufacturing facility, and issuance of purchase orders to suppliers.

·        Manage pricing, budget, forecast, inventory, and contracts/agreements for SAP

·        Develop and manage networks of vendors and suppliers to ensure consistent supplies and competitive prices.

·        Facilitate and maintain quotations for all products in a timely manner

·        Support engineering team with APQP process for new business, product launches, PPAP expectations, and new innovations.

·        Develop working relationships with each manufacturing site with the operational team to understand plant needs and expectations.

·        Analyze existing internal and external data to communicate anomalies and opportunities for efficiencies.

·        Provide comprehensive analysis to support supply chain solutions.

·        Provide cross-functional support by completing special assignments, perform data analysis and provide historical and future data.

·        Utilize ITW Toolbox to streamline processes, maintain suitable inventory and eliminate waste.

·        Become an expert in the ITW Toolbox and proficient at conducting continuous improvement activities to improve Supply Chain processes.

·        Communicate with various functional teams within all facilities, as well as provide up to date information, resolving processing issues.

·        Analyze metrics to identify data trends and make strategic recommendations for continuous improvement of Supply Chain activities.

·        Drive quality improvements with suppliers using various corrective action methods (8D, 5-why) and support supplier develop activities

·        Assist in contract review along with the approval criteria, part routings and the implementation up to final phases of product realization.

·        Working relationship with ITW Corporate Strategic Sourcing Team to support various initiatives relative to steel commodity.

·        Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Bachelor’s degree in field related to supply chain functions or equivalent experience.

·        Manufacturing background preferred. 

·        Highly analytical with proven success utilizing critical problem-solving skills and prioritization.

·        Computer Proficiency: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·        Travel up to 25% of the time

·        Strong project management skills

·        Self-starter, a team player, result oriented with strong attention to detail

·        Ability to multi-task and make critical business decisions based on established metrics.

Additional Information

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.