Commodity Lead Buyer
Company: AKWEL
Location: Detroit
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Join Akwel and be part of our adventure in a family-run,
independent group with a long-term vision. A first-class automotive
equipment and systems manufacturer specialising in fluid management
and mechanisms, Akwel offers state-of-the-art industrial and
technological expertise in applying and processing materials
(plastics, rubber, metal) and mechatronic integration. Our culture
of industrial performance, efficiency, results and customer
satisfaction is what drives the progress of our group. Conscious of
the need to pass on skills, we love to share our technical
expertise, but also our values.Want to develop diverse skills and
new expertise? Eager to throw yourself into an industrial and
technological environment at the very cutting edge, where every day
is rewarding and enriching? Join Akwel and our 12,000 employees in
more than 20 different countries!We're currently seeking aCOMMODITY
LEAD BUYER (RUBBER) Main responsibilities and DUTIES:The CLB is the
second escalation level in case of blocking point with a Supplier,
is able to perform all the tasks defined in the Buyer's job
description and may directly act as a Buyer for some commodities ;
identifies, alerts and puts in place actions to reduce the
operational risks within his/her area of responsibility and applies
escalation process when necessary.The CLB builds strategies on
commodities assigned, including a cost structure analysis by
technology.
--- Deals with the Suppliers data panel management when blocking
point is raised by the Buyer
--- Negotiates and implements contracts when there is a major
change on the standard document
--- Ensures market benchmark (raw material follow-up, new comers,
innovation, Business intelligence)
--- Conducts the first business with a new supplier
--- Deploy master agreement making sure they are aligned vs AKWEL
sales and market evolutions
--- Validates that all the documents are in place for the creation
of a new LPA
--- Ensures a regular follow-up of the supplier performance with
the corresponding buyer making sure the action plan is robust
enough and is progressing at the correct speed
--- Manages QCDP complex situations and roadblocks raised by the
Buyer / RPD
--- Brings support to Buyers for annual negotiations or take the
lead on RPD instructionsREQUIREMENTS:Qualifications and
Experience:A minimum of Master's Degree Level reinforced by 5/10
years minimum Purchasing experience in the manufacturing sector on
the Commodities he will have to manage.Professional abilities:
--- Listening, Enthusiasm, Team spirit, Perseverance, Networking,
Decision making, Communication
--- Multi task abilities & capacity to prioritize
--- Project management
--- Abilities to organize and coordinate meetings
--- Knowledge in finance & cash management
--- English Fluent, other language used in the perimeter of
activity is a plus
--- Good IT skills: Office, SAP
--- Able to travel in foreign countriesTechnical knowledge:
--- Deep knowledge and experience in rubbers- polymers, black
carbon.
--- Results-oriented, with QCDP mindset
--- Purchasing process knowledge :
--- * Supply base management
--- * Management of RFQ processes & sourcing
--- * Contracts management (negotiation, legal,...)
--- Project management
--- Desirable updated VISA Localization: IXTAC / ORIZABA / JUAREZ
PLANT (Mexico) Contract type: Permanent Department : PurchasingIf
you are interested in this role and believe that you meet the
requirements, please forward your CV and cover letter
at:hr.ixt@na.akwel-automotive.com
Keywords: AKWEL, Detroit , Commodity Lead Buyer, Accounting, Auditing , Detroit, Michigan
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