Direct Buyer
Core
Manage efficient and timely acquisition of direct materials to ensure production requirements, quality, cost, and delivery timelines are met.
Role type
Direct Buyer (Procurement)
Builds
Direct materials (raw materials, components) for manufacturing production
Domain
Manufacturing / Automotive Supply Chain
Required skills
Direct material procurement, supplier negotiation, inventory monitoring, supplier performance evaluation, ERP system usage, budget request creation, APQP support, PPAP management
Preferred skills
SAP or other ERP knowledge
Responsibilities
Execute direct material purchasing processes, negotiate with national and international suppliers, monitor inventory levels, evaluate supplier performance, collaborate with Production/Quality/Logistics, create and score budget requests, issue purchase orders, manage supplier changes during development and series production, input data into ERP system.
Seniority
Mid-level (5+ years experience)