The Role
The Buyer at IAC Mendon will manage the procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies, ensuring cost-effective processes while supporting production needs. This includes negotiating with vendors, developing strategic plans, and handling special tasks under general supervision.
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Role Summary
IAC Mendon is currently recruiting for a Buyer, for our Mendon, MI facility. The role will include responsibilities for supporting production, and ensuring cost effective procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors.
Position Specific Requirements:
- Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, tooling, and supplies from vendors within a specific commodity area.
- Ensures cost-effective procurement and delivery of material and service to support plant and customer requirements.
- Negotiates supply agreements.
- Develops strategy to achieve results.
- Familiarity with commercial terms and total costs management concepts required.
- Works independently under general supervision.
- Completes special tasks as assigned.
Key Qualifications:
- BS in business, or related discipline/work experience.
- 1 3 years of experience in manufacturing setting, preferably related to the automotive industry.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
- Priority setting and time management.
- Negotiating principles/skills.
- Action oriented/produces results.
- Basic financial analysis skills.
The Company
What We Do
International Automotive Components (IAC) is a leading global supplier that creates environments that move people with elegant design, bold ideas and precise execution. Headquartered in Luxembourg, IAC Group operates 50 manufacturing facilities in 15 countries. For more information, visit www.iacgroup.com