*location*:acuna / coahuila (mx-coa), mexico | *brand*: bendix | *requisition id*:* |* job grade*: 15
|* on-site/remote*: on-site
*job description*:
*position summary*:
manage the supply base to meet the strategic objectives of global purchasing excellence (gpe) and the needs of the customer (internal / external), product group's (pg's) and manufacturing - in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and commercial terms.
responsible for assigned commodity(s) as well as related sourcing strategies, cost reduction matters, and supplier relationships.
*essential functions*:
- develop, implement, and manage commodity strategy; evaluate and select suppliers, including global opportunities, negotiation of supply agreements and rationalization of the current supply base.
- develop and execute cost reduction and productivity initiatives directly aligned with commodity strategy; execute cost reduction programs including project management of supplier transitions.
- drive continuous improvement in the supply chain in support of business goals utilizing long-term agreements and value engineering.
- develop and implement actions to achieve supply chain management goals for commodity: 0 ppm, 100% delivery performance, productivity.
- support and/or lead supplier quality improvement programs related to managed commodity.
- develop and manage strategic supplier relationships while supporting bendix / kb supply chain strategies and leveraging global synergies.
- provide support to plants for strategic and supplier performance issues.
*knowledge*:
- expert in the aspects of supply base methodologies, principles, practices and procedures.
- understands concepts of production control, material planning, and mrp.
- possess in-depth knowledge of acquisition regulations.
- possesses in-depth knowledge regarding the legal requirements associated with purchasing goods and services both domestic and international.
- understand business marketing and sales needs and have the ability/vision to combine and implement into the supply chain.
- possesses fundamental knowledge about the assigned category.
*experience*:
- minimum 5-7 years of strategic and tactical experience as a buyer or purchasing representative.
manufacturing based industry preferred.
- prior experience in global purchasing organization with usage of erp, sap preferred.
- experience utilizing multiple approaches to achieve cost reduction including negotiation, design changes, and joint supplier programs.
- exposure to leading teams.
*skills*:
- assist in leading in a global matrix organization while driving superior results.
- strong ability to negotiate at all levels with proven contracts and cost savings realized for the business.
- demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, manage and reward performance, provide constructive feedback and foster individual professional development.
- excellent problem-solving skills, including active listening, identifying the issue, and driving solutions.
- proven strength in the ability to multitask, quickly pivot, be target-oriented, with high attention to detail.
- proven to be results driven with the ability to demonstrate supplier improvement and implement cost reduction programs.
- self-starter, possessing high degree of self-motivation, creative in nature with the ability to think outside of the box while remaining one step ahead of the problem.
- demonstrated project management skills that include utilizing an organized approach, setting priorities, identifying risks and opportunities, managing resources, milestones, and costs in a matrix/cross-functional organization.
- highly organized with the ability to prioritize exceptionally well.
- excellent communication skills, interpersonal and intercultural sensitivity with the ability to work across all knorr-bremse regions and locations.
- flexible to changes in a fast-paced environment.
*education*:
- bachelor's degree required, business, supply chain management or engineering degree preferred.
- cpm / cpim a plus
- green belt certification preferred.
- master's degree a plus
*what does bendix have to offer you?
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- work-life balance that includes paid vacation & holiday paid time off
- vacation premium
- major medical expenses
- christmas bonus
- life insurance
- educational assistance program
- wellness program
- saving fund
- pantry vouchers
- personal days paid
- permits paid for: marriage or death of a direct relative
- attendance bonuses
- cafeteria subsidy
- subsidy for prescription glasses
- medical service in plant
- recognition programs
- gym