Tokai Rika Group

Manufactures automotive components for OEMs

Commodity Buyer

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePlymouth, MI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a Business-related field is required.
At least 3 years of experience in auto components purchasing or a related field is required.
Proven negotiation skills to achieve cost-reduction targets are required.
The ability to read technical drawings and understand basic engineering documents is required.
Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills are required.
Strong organizational skills, good mathematics aptitude, and problem-solving skills are required.
Willingness to travel 25–35% is required.
Experience with ERP software is required; BPCS is preferred.
High proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is required.

Responsibilities

Lead, negotiate, and coordinate all sourcing functions.
Analyze supply-base capability and quotations to determine the most appropriate source.
Manage key supplier relationships and supplier partnerships.
Develop and execute commodity strategies to support department and company goals.
Establish commodity standards, including parts lists, cost standards, and business-process work.
Negotiate costs, terms, quality, technology, and delivery of materials and services.
Work with the supply base and internal departments to achieve cost targets.
Work with suppliers on Kaizen, setting targets, and implementing APR, VA/VE, and cost-reduction strategies.
Perform supplier assessments for localization efforts.
Monitor commodity concerns and ensure supply stability.
Maintain contracts and purchase orders and comply with internal controls.

Desired Qualifications

BPCS experience with ERP software is preferred.

The Tokai Rika Group is seeking an Commodity Buyer who has strong analytical skills as well as strong skills in dealing with commercial issues, planning, negotiation and communication.

Duties

Lead, negotiate, and coordinate all sourcing functions.
Analyze supply base capability and quotations to determine most appropriate source.
Manage key supplier relationships and supplier partnerships
Develop and execute commodity strategies to support department and company goals
Establish commodity standards: parts list, cost standards, business process work, etc.
Negotiate costs, terms, quality, technology and delivery of materials and/or services
Work with supply base and internal departments to achieve cost targets
Work with suppliers on Kaizen, setting targets and implementing APR, VA/VE and cost reduction strategies
Perform supplier assessments for localization efforts
Monitor commodity concerns and ensure supply stability
Maintain contracts and purchase orders and comply with internal controls

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business related fields
3+ years experience in auto components purchasing or related field
Proven negotiation skills to achieve cost reduction targets
Ability to read technical drawings and understand basic engineering documents
Strong communication (verbal and written) and leadership skills
Strong organizational skills, good mathematics aptitude and problem solving skills
Willingness to travel 25 – 35%
Must have experience with ERP software, preferably BPCS
Highly proficient with MS Office (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

TRAM, Inc. is a Japanese owned automotive parts supplier, serving the Japanese Transplants (Toyota, Nissan, Subaru, etc.) as well as the domestic OEMs (Ford and GM). Located in Plymouth, MI, TRAM, Inc. is a subsidiary company of Tokai-Rika Co. LTD, which is located in Nagoya, Japan. TRAM was founded in 1986 and currently employs 2,500+ people at our 5 locations.

We manufacture automotive components such as switch-related products (window regulators, headlights, cruise control, turn signals, multifunction and HVAC switches), security and safety-related products (shift levers, steering wheels, steering locks, seat belts, key cylinders, mechanical and remote keys).

Shift your career into drive and help TRAM make the driving experience an intuitive connection between the human body and the vehicle.

TRAM, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For additional information about our companies, please see our web site at http://www.tokai-rika.co.jp/en/

This is a great opportunity to join our growing organization and enhance your skills to become a valuable member of our successful team!

About the Company

Tokai Rika Group

Manufactures automotive components for OEMs

TRAM, Inc. is recognized for its specialized manufacturing of crucial automotive components, including key systems, shift levers, and safety products, catering to both domestic and Japanese manufacturers. This focus on essential safety and security systems positions the company at a strategic point within the automotive supply chain. The firm's commitment to quality and safety in product development offers a robust environment for employees who are passionate about automotive innovation and contributing to road safety enhancements.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Plymouth, Michigan
Founded: 1986

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