Purchasing specialist
Core
Purchasing specialist managing direct and indirect materials, automotive launches, and global negotiations for an American company.
Role type
Purchasing specialist
Builds
Procurement processes and supplier agreements for automotive and international trade
Domain
Automotive / International Trade / Supply Chain
Required skills
Oracle SAP, SQL, APQP, contract negotiation, global sourcing, TCO analysis, supplier evaluation, compliance management, risk mitigation strategies
Preferred skills
CPSM, CPP, REPSE, sustainability criteria integration, digital transformation support
Technologies
Oracle SAP, SQL, REPSE
Responsibilities
Generate purchase orders from requisitions and update pricing in the system; Establish contact with indirect suppliers to ensure timely availability; Send POs to suppliers and users for confirmation; Track advance payments and verify urgent material intake; Modify supplier data and manage system updates; Follow up on contracts, conditions, and deliveries with suppliers and clients; Ensure supplier invoices meet fiscal requirements; Participate in audits, inspections, and quality/safety training; Conduct tenders to select best-value suppliers; Search, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for optimal price, quality, and delivery; Perform market comparisons and cost-saving proposals; Elaborate, review, and follow up on service contracts; Update supplier portfolio and search for compliant suppliers; Collaborate with legal to mitigate contractual risks; Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO); Support digital transformation of the purchasing area; Integrate sustainability and social responsibility criteria; Act as a strategic partner facilitating communication between users and suppliers; Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery times, and warranties.
Seniority
Mid-level (4-5 years experience)