Commodity Buyer - Indirect Materials

Mann+Hummel GmbH•Gastonia, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an Onsite Contract position based at our U.S. and Americas Main Office location in Gastonia, NC. No Visa sponsorships are available for this position. The right candidate must be able to commute daily to our location in Gastonia, NC with the understanding that this is a Contract position with an anticipated end date of 12/31/2027. In this role you will strategically quote and source Non-Production Materials (Maintenance, Repair, and Operating materials) and Capital Equipment.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years experience with a proven track record in NPM, CAPEX, MRO and indirect procurement in manufacturing or industrial environments
Experience conducting end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives for MRO and indirects
Experience developing and managing e-auctions
Experience conducting spend analysis
Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
Clear understanding of how to conduct supplier and market research
Strong English communication skills, including written, verbal, and presenting to others in a variety of formats

Nice To Haves

CPM, CPSM, ASQ Certification
Knowledge of, and experience using an ERP system (SAP preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop, share, and implement category industry knowledge and best practices for NPM and Capex sourcing
Analyze MRO and indirect spend and identify opportunities for cost savings, contract improvements, risk mitigation and improved compliance with standards, policies, and contracts
Achieve year-over-year pricing improvements and record cost avoidance measurements
Monitor and provide guidance on procurement processes for MRO and indirects
Manage supplier performance and improve user experience by utilizing Vendor Management System
Work with the procurement team to provide MRO expertise in the areas of contract negotiations, supplier/pricing models, and sourcing
Maintian the contract maintenance in the Corporate Retention System (Easy Contract)
Seek value added vendors to eliminate waste or improve user experience
Ensure compliance with Corporate Purchaisng Procedures and Policies
Build and maintain trust and strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders
Projects comfort and credibility with a complex group of stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization
Understanding of how to manage projects toward concrete deliverables under a wide range of timelines