Specialist, Direct Procurement - Metal Commodity
Core
Lead direct procurement strategy for metal commodities to supply parts and services for Scout Motors' electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs.
Role type
Senior Direct Procurement Specialist (Metals)
Builds
Ladder frames, body-in-white stampings, welded sub-assemblies, exhaust, brakes, suspension, castings, forgings, stabilizers, wishbones, wheels, hinges, steel/aluminum coils, and fasteners for Scout vehicles.
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Metal commodities
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Direct procurement strategy, supplier selection and auditing, contract negotiation, program management, supplier performance management, cost and tooling target achievement, metal commodity knowledge (frames, stampings, castings, forgings, coils, fasteners), automotive OEM/Tier 1 purchasing experience.
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Manufacturing, experience with automotive manufacturing industries.
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Identify and audit suppliers for metal parts; lead sourcing strategy presentations; develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities; negotiate contracts and nomination agreements; manage supplier relationships and performance metrics; act as program manager during pre-production; evaluate technical changes for cost/quality/delivery objectives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
