Buyer

Development and sourcing of components with the supply base Developing, maintaining, and monitoring supplier relationships Building, championing and implementing strategic direction for responsible suppliers Serve as liaison between suppliers and internal customers Drive best pricing for the business through negotiations, sourcing, and VAVE efforts Contribute to the development of processes and procedures to advance the Purchasing function Ideal candidate will have: Strong technical understanding of components (i.e. their critical dimensioning and their interaction with other components) and the ability to effectively communicate this information Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills Strong project management skills with a mind toward continuous improvement Ability to make decisions regarding materials, planning and vendor relationships Familiarity with AIAG, APQP, and PPAP requirements and expectations Experience in developing comprehensive supplier/commodity strategies Strong knowledge of planning systems/approaches and measurement tools, as well as competence in ERP systems Willingness to travel up to 20% of work time domestically or internationally Candidate MUST have one of the following 4-year degrees: Integrated Supply Chain Management Engineering (any discipline) Manufacturing Engineering Technology FEMA Corporation is an EOE, including disability/vets. If interested, please submit your resume with cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io for consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr