Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment
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Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment - Southfield, Michigan (Hybrid)
9-12 Month Contract position
Pay Rate: approximately $40.00-$50.00 per hour (based on proven work history) Position Summary of the Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment:
The Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers that provide tooling, capital equipment, production support equipment, maintenance supplies, and related services. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Finance, and Operations to ensure timely procurement of cost-effective, high-quality tooling and equipment that supports production, launch, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities of the Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment:
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
9-12 Month Contract position
Pay Rate: approximately $40.00-$50.00 per hour (based on proven work history) Position Summary of the Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment:
The Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers that provide tooling, capital equipment, production support equipment, maintenance supplies, and related services. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Finance, and Operations to ensure timely procurement of cost-effective, high-quality tooling and equipment that supports production, launch, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities of the Indirect Procurement Specialist - Tooling & Equipment:
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Manage sourcing activities for tooling, capital equipment, fixtures, automation, material handling equipment, and production support services
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supply continuity
- Solicit RFQs, evaluate supplier proposals, and conduct commercial negotiations
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, warranty provisions, and delivery schedules
- Identify, qualify, and develop new suppliers to support business requirements
- Support procurement activities related to new program launches, capacity expansions, and plant improvement projects
- Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to review tooling equipment specifications
- Ensure purchased equipment meets technical, safety, quality, and operational requirements
- Track tooling and capital project expenditures against approved budgets
- Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and service levels
- Lead supplier business reviews and corrective actions when performance issues arise
- Develop strategic partnerships with critical tooling and equipment suppliers
- Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Program Management to support project timing and business objectives
- Participate in sourcing reviews, launch meetings, and capital approval discussions
- Drive alignment between procurement strategies and operational needs
- Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities through competitive sourcing, supplier consolidation, standardization, and process improvements
- Analyze spending patterns and procurement metrics to support informed decision-making
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing total cost of ownership
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier documentation
- Utilize procurement systems and reporting tools to monitor spend, savings, and supplier performance
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
- 3-7 years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience
- Experience sourcing tooling, capital equipment, automation systems, manufacturing equipment, or MRO suppliers preferred
- Automotive and/or manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Understanding of tooling, manufacturing processes, automation, and capital equipment
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and equipment requirements
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Production Tooling
- Injection molding tools and components
- Secondary tooling and fixtures
- Automation and robotics equipment
- Material handling equipment
- Testing and validation equipment
- Plant equipment and machinery
- MRO supplies and services
- Industrial maintenance services
- Capital projects and facility equipment
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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