Supply Chain / Procurement / Buyer / Purchaser
FEMA Corporation
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.
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