Senior Purchasing Buyer - TCS Components

Lear For YouWe work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies. Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win. Are you ready for a better career? A better future?We're Lear For You. Lear For YouWe work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.A path to a better career. A better future.Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.Are you ready for a better career? A better future?Job DescriptionResponsible for all purchasing pre and post launch activity focusing on the program team, supplier and customer requirements integrating data/quote management, contract negotiations, tool timing, CR/CN process flow, Profile management, complete launch readiness, etc. ResponsibilitiesYour work will include, but not be limited to: Direct commodity buying responsibility as well as directly providing leadership within the group Extensive work experience and judgment required to plan and accomplish strategic goals Negotiates long term agreements and yearly savings in line with expectations Develops commodity strategies to achieve results Understanding of commercial terms and total cost management concepts required Experience RequirementsExtensive work experience, discipline, and independence to drive successful closure of Purchasing goalsStrong negotiating principles and skillsMinimum of 5 years of commodity or relevant purchasing experienceBachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or equivalent experienceAbility to align with and influence internal program teams, suppliers, and customersEnsures accurate data management to meet program timelinesFamiliarity with commercial terms and performance‑to‑target conceptsResults‑driven and proactive approach from program inception through launchCommunication verbal and written and organizational skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to lead within a teamAbility to build strong internal and external relationshipsHigh level of integrityStrong written communication and presentation skillsPriority setting and time‑management excellenceAction‑oriented and produces resultsAbility to work effectively in a highly productive, fast‑changing environmentSuperior conflict‑resolution skills while maintaining strong relationshipsIndependent workload prioritization, focusing on the most critical and impactful activities Bonus if You HaveMBA Automotive cross-functional experience is recommended Experience with Electronic and Thermo Comfort commodity Previous SAP ERP experience Equal Opportunity EmployerLear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.