Buyer 1

Job ID
131042
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Automotive
Location
Warren, Michigan, United States

Talascend is currently seeking a Buyer 1 for a contract opportunity with our client in Warren, Michigan.

Overview

A successful initial order buyer is responsible for contracting initial order contracts for service and is customer focused, influences change, and accepts ownership and accountability for accomplishing program launch deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct supplier meetings, remove roadblocks & resolve issues related to packaging quotes, minimum order quantities.
  • Send RFQ’s to suppliers, negotiate packaging and process initial order contracts following launch metrics.
  • Work independently with decisions made based on established policies and procedures.
  • Responds to internal inquiries about vendors, price and availability of materials and tools.
  • Promote the adoption of new processes and simplification.
  • Maintains records of prices and terms negotiated with suppliers.
  • Cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance or related Field or equivalent experience

Requirements

  • Developing contracts / agreements
  • Comfortable working with cross-cultural teams
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity and forward-thinking environment.
  • Knowledge in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint – Intermediate level
  • Good interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally.
  • Good written and oral communication skills necessary for meetings and presentations
  • Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills.
  • Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently.
  • Knowledge of commodities, materials and products being purchased.

Shift

Full time



We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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