Location: Milan,OH, USA
Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.
We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.
Some of your Benefitsarrow_right
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
Vacation
Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
Paid Holidays
Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
Personal Development
Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
location_on Milan, OH
Hybrid Work
trip_origin Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership
You support our team as
Senior Buyer
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Responsibilitiesarrow_right
* Execute the completion of the supplier management cycle, including identification and validation of new sources, ongoing performance management, corrective action, and supplier phase out, as required.
* Develop and implement strategies by building a strong working knowledge of market conditions as well as intimate knowledge of suppliers, product offerings and manufacturing processes.
* Drive cost reduction/continuous improvement projects to meet or improve standard cost targets, purchase price variance goals, quality targets, and service levels.
* Select appropriate methods for procuring materials to maximize flexibility and minimize acquisition costs and risks.
* Negotiate pricing and terms for mutual best advantage, document agreements and monitor performance.
* Resolve delivery, quality issues, service, and cost through problem solving and supplier performance improvements.
* Assist in identification and elimination of non-value-added steps in the supply chain.
* Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers both domestically and internationally.
Qualificationsarrow_right
* Bachelors Degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Materials Management/Procurement or Engineering. 5-10+ years of Sourcing experience, preferably of Mechanical components / Chemicals. CPIM, Lean Systems or Six-Sigma certification a plus.
* Demonstrates excellent project management, analytical, organization and negotiation skills. Manages broad range of tasks, which include complex day-to-day sourcing activities for given item types/ suppliers.
* Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize multiple projects from start to finish and complete work with speed and accuracy within established timeframe and adapt to changing business environments.
* Demonstrated ability to drive results, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business environments.
* Experience in dealing with distributors and production suppliers. Develops and launches new suppliers/ projects.
* Able to evaluate suppliers' processes and capabilities. Responsible for managing and solving complex topics related to Supplier Management, Continuation of Supply, & Savings initiatives. Team player and self-initiative..
* Fully versed in ERP Software (Preferably SAP), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, & Access). Expertise in working with spreadsheets and strong understanding of financial concepts and data.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.