The primary responsibility of the Buyer covers execution of strategies to deliver cost targets, TVM goals, Capacity management, Operational support - covering all ongoing commercial / operational issues with supply base.

Ensure on time of issuance of PO / TO and Claims. Implement capacity study with proper validation of capacity. Negotiate the design changes and bring in cost opportunities. Develop sourcing strategies. Meet program targets by identifying cost opportunities. Develop commodity business plans.

 

Manufacturing Process knowledge, Negotiation, Project Management, and GPDS skills 

Able to work in different time zone and manage relationships with regional supply base / Cross-functional / JV team; Proficiency in below competencies 

 

Negotiations Excellent 
▪ Commodity Knowledge - Excellent 
▪ Strategy Development - Excellent 
▪ Analytical Skills - Part Cost Estimating - Good 
▪ Buying Systems, Policies and Processes - Excellent 
▪ Analytical Skills - Balance Sheet and Ratios - Good 
▪ Analytical Skills - Lean Manufacturing - Good 
▪ Project Management - Excellent 
▪ Knowledge Transfer - Excellent 
▪ GPDS Knowledge - Buying Good

 

Education - Bachelor Engineering degree … 

Experience - 4 to10 years of related experience (Automotive buying experience preferred) 

1) Excellent research, data mining, analytical and problem-solving skills 2) Extremely good Presentation & Communication skills (written and verbal) 
3) Attitude to work in a challenging environment & Attitude to improve is a must 
4) Ability to understand cost drivers and achieve desired cost structures 
5) Good Manufacturing Process knowledge of various commodities 
6) Able to lead structured supplier meetings and drive desired outcomes 
7) Be an excellent negotiator, drive creative solutions & self-starter. 
8) Keep up commitments on time; Be Proactive and question logically 
9) Willing to learn/teach and share experiences with team members