Commodity Buyer Senior Specialist - Mechanical
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About UsInnovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.
From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity‐enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you're in the right place.
Job Purpose
CNH Purchasing is seeking a talented, energetic individual with fresh ideas, a person who is proud of their work and is committed to achieving outstanding results in a challenging and exciting global environment. The candidate is responsible to manage the relationships with suppliers, follow and execute the Commodity strategies, ensure timely and efficient sourcing of Core Hydraulic components (pumps, motors, valves, accumulators, cartridges, braking systems, cylinders, steering systems etc.) and support production with the procurement of parts, where criticalities exist.
Key Responsibilities
Manages the purchase of medium‐high complexity production parts for plant in Europe in the Hydraulic Components Mechanical commodity group.
Responsible for tactical and strategic activities involved with the purchase of critical production parts within assigned commodity.
Supports function for new product launch initiatives while developing and implementing cost reduction and sourcing strategies, leading to improved quality, technology and timely delivery performance.
Drives, forecasts and reports economic savings performance, negotiates price reductions, increases and long‐term agreements, market test and award new business to maximize leverage, analyzes various reports to capture opportunities.
Supply/Relation Champion
Escalation to resolve supply base issues
Product cost disputes & invoicing issues
Quality concerns
Delivery delays & product development timing delays
Contract negotiations
Commercial agreements
Master supply agreements
Raw material indexation agreements
Warranty agreements
Co‐development agreements
Non‐disclosure agreements
Compliance agreements
Implement the long‐term purchasing strategies to secure the supply of products
Best cost, acceptable quality, on‐time delivery
Best in class product innovation and development
Identify product innovation & industry trends
Identify market demands & competitive benchmark
Create purchasing price list and contracts in the GPP system
Update contracts and part number changes after potential technical changes, accomplished negotiations, carry over of p/n to new platform etc.
Experience Required
Short/ Master Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Economics or Business preferred
Fluent English
Excellent knowledge in Excel and the Office package
Relevant product/ commodity knowledge
Knowledge of supplier's market for the relevant product/commodity
Minimum 3 years' experience in the position
Preferred Qualifications
Negotiation skills to achieve results
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent organizational skills
Able to independently make some decisions that also affect the team
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good team work orientation
Sense of initiative
What We Offer
We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Programs
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