Buyer Job at Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership
Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of over 10 billion euros.
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.
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Achieve performance of business plan & individual Goals & Objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years relevant experience preferred. CPSM, Lean Systems or Six-Sigma certification a plus. Demonstrates excellent analytical, organization and negotiation skills. Manages broad range of tasks, which include 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. Acts as consultant for specific range of products/ suppliers. Develops and launches new suppliers/ projects. Able to evaluate suppliers’ processes and capabilities. Responsible for maintaining suppliers/ product approval matrix. Team player and self-initiative. Fully versed in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, & Access). Expertise in working with spreadsheets and strong understanding of financial concepts and data.
Some of your Benefits
401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help
Health insurance: Insurance: backstop protection against health risks
Vacation: Time off to refresh and recharge
Training / Career development: Programs to supercharge skills and expertise
Paid holidays: With paid time-off, local holidays are all the more relaxing.
Additional Information
Jarett Burns
419-499-6011
Jarett.Burns@fnst.com
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