Buyer
Automotive Industry
Charleston, SC
A leading automotive parts supplier is currently seeking the ideal candidate for a Commodity Buyer role located in their Charleston, SC facility. The incumbent will have prior experience purchasing within the automotive industry. This role offers room for upward mobility within the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- The sourcing and purchasing of production and non-production materials and tooling
- Negotiating pricing, volume, and timing
- Working and managing both domestic and international suppliers
- Submit RFQs to suppliers for new components as well as any engineering changes to components
- Assist in resolution of supplier, commercial, delivery, and quality issues
Key Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline
- Previous experience in the automotive industry is required
- Minimum 3-4 years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement within the automotive industry is required
- Experience and understanding of SAP is preferred, ERP experience is required
- Project management experience and skills are a plus but not required
- Prior experience with domestic and international vendors and supplier management