AUTOKINITON IS A LEADING NORTH AMERICAN SUPPLIER OF PROPULSION-AGNOSTIC, STRUCTURAL AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS AND ASSEMBLIES. OUR 100% VERTICAL INTEGRATION CAPABILITIES ALLOW US TO OFFER OUR CUSTOMERS END-TO-END ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, AND IN-HOUSE LOGISTICS. AT AUTOKINITON, WE ARE BUILDING A BETTER FOUNDATION FOR EVERY VEHICLE ON THE ROAD.
AUTOKINITON IS RECOGNIZED BY OUR CUSTOMERS AS ONE OF THE TOP SUPPLIERS IN OUR INDUSTRY.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides the necessary buyer skills to support the purchasing department and the plants in achieving optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity and delivery objectives to assure internal and external customer satisfaction. Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to serve all Autokiniton locations for products and services.
JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Negotiates vendor contracts including price, quality, payment terms and service, along with customization of the contract to fit the needs of the plants as well as work together to resolve any issues.
Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in performance of daily activities.
Responsible for meeting purchasing metrics and providing the information for the purchasing performance metrics.
Responsible for purchasing a variety of commodities and must be knowledgeable of marketplace cost drivers.
Responsible for purchasing items in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Analyzes and assess quotes for timeliness, accuracy, quality, price and service as necessary to meet program and customer requirements.
Responsible for understanding all plant requirements for the assigned commodities in order to leverage buying power.
Purchases materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
Enter Purchase Orders in ERP System
Run Reports and compile data to identify cost reduction opportunities.
Create quote request spreadsheets to email to suppliers.
Request, gather, and analyze vendor quotes.
Create new Blankets and manage existing Blankets.
Provides input into the development of departmental strategic goals
Communicate companywide with associates to address/resolve issues.
Maintain spreadsheets and track cost savings to report for department
Under the direction of the MRO Manager, create and execute commodity strategies and action plan for cost savings
Validate new suppliers
Maintain Approved Supplier Data
Maintain highly confidential information sensitive to the Company’s business and purchasing strategy.
Identify and help solve part/supply issues
Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)
Able and willing to work any shift assigned, weekends and overtime
Regular and predictable attendance required
Assumes other duties as directed by supervisor
The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or related purchasing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
Ability to work with the following software packages or programs:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Duties include but are not limited to remaining in a stationary position, move about inside an office environment, manoeuvre around/under office furniture, operate a computer, printer, and phone. Able to position self to install IT equipment, able to communicate information so others can understand and exchange accurate information in these situations, able to observe details at close range, and have an ability to travel to manufacturing locations. When visiting plant site locations, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration, or hazardous materials.
Required Skills Required Experience