Senior Buyer

Company: Meritor
Location: Troy
Posted on: September 16, 2023

Job Description:

In 2022, Meritor, Inc. was acquired by Cummins Inc., combining the capabilities, talent and resources of our two companies. Now a business unit within Cummins' Components segment called Cummins-Meritor, we provide a range of industry-leading components, including axles, brakes, suspensions, drivelines and aftermarket parts, for the commercial vehicle and industrial markets.-- It's an exciting time to be part of Cummins-Meritor, and we're looking for team members to help us bring big ideas to life. Apply today to create new possibilities. Job Flexibility-- ------- --Hybrid Position: The role will allow employees to work offsite but will also require onsite work-based business needs.-- Overview-- The purpose of this position is to support the development of supply chain initiatives and activities for a range of commodities, in particular for Stampings, Seals, and Powdered Metal in accordance with the business strategic requirements set forth by Global Purchasing Management. The job holder will be responsible for all tactical aspects of supply chain procurement including material cost reduction, supplier negotiation, supply base maintenance, strategic sourcing and planning, accounts payable issues, new product launch support, and maintaining Meritor Plant relations. Job Responsibilities: ------- --Develop new product sourcing strategies representative of cost, quality and delivery considerations and effectively communicate messaging to internal procurement and cross functional management team. ------- --Formulate annual business plan for achievement of cost reductions and year over year performance improvement. ------- --Responsible to build and manage internal and external supplier relationships. ------- --Manage and negotiate supplier agreements that require improvements in suppliers cost, quality, delivery, order lead time, payment cycles, technology, and/or risk mitigation. ------- --Analyze market trends and commodity pricing trends to negotiate optimal purchasing agreements and drive alignment. ------- --Manage purchasing activities for Buyer led resource programs; identify key milestones and risks, maintain timelines and ensure cost objectives are achieved. --

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