Commodity Buyer II

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.•El Paso, TX

About The Position

Commodity Buyer focuses on commercial matters, efficiency, and cost reduction negotiations while supporting our supply chain within WH Division and other Divisions as needed. Ideal candidate should be self-motivated, driven, and able to take the lead in learning processes and systems, meeting with suppliers, and proactively seeking cost reductions. Buyer will support all functions of the Wire Harness Purchasing Department as determined by management

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business related field and or 3-5 years of strong Purchasing/Planning background.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, (Strong Excel)
Able to work in a team first environment.
Regular travel required

Responsibilities

RFQ, analyze tool quotes. Submit ML(Maker Layout) to management for review. Support in kick off new tools to suppliers. Review program / tooling timing with DE, CEG, and suppliers.
Request for quotation (RFQ) to raw material suppliers. Manage price entry files for assigned parts.
Negotiate yearly cost reduction with assigned vendors. Review of VA/VE cost savings ideas and coordinate with DE, QA, and other related departments as needed.
NCL (New Component List review traceability) daily review of RFQ needed parts for system registration. Enter new prices in IPS and/or BPCS.
Review of monthly supplier scorecard and coordination of QCD review with supplier and pertinent suppliers as needed.
Analyze price comparison, logistics route, MOQ, etc. Maintain procurement records, parts, tooling, or purchase services
Understand OEM/Internal Customer requirements and source business based on supplier base resources.
Review supply base financial information (D&B) on monthly basis. Maintain and track invoice control to ensure payment on time to vendors
Maintain and track invoice control to ensure payment on time to vendors
Other duties as assigned