Title:

Purchasing Cost & Sourcing person ( 2 Years + in Automotive OEM / Tier 1 supplie

Location:

Swindon

Salary:

Neg

Description:

Admin Co-ordinatorGrade: C2 LevelQualifications - one or more of the following 1) Degree in Business Studies / Engineering 2) HND in Business Studies / Engineering 3) Degree in other subjects JOB EXPERIENCE - one of the following 1) 2 Years + in Automotive OEM / Tier 1 supplier as a Buyer in the Purchasing Cost area 2) 2 Years + in High Volume manufacturing Environment as a Buyer in the Purchasing Cost area 3) 3 Years + as a buyer in any Industry - cost are preferred 4) Proven experience in a commercial role JOB ROLEAchieve Annual Cost Reduction requirementsAccurate & timely Quotation management Develop, gain approval & execute purchasing strategies (parts & suppliers) Accurate & timely supplier selection Accurate & timely management of parts lists (Bill of Materials)Establish Logical New Model Targets (Cost & Investment)Achieve New Model Targets through negotiationEffective project management - ability to multi-taskEffective supplier relationship management Market Research - the industry trend Market Research - benchmark Detailed cost analysis of part & investment Lead Special Projects - team management Contract Negotiation Business Travel MUST HAVE:Negotiation skills / ability to analyse costs in detail Self management to deadlines Logical thought process Self management / key purchasing criteria understood and applied Good computer skills Benchmarking skills / ability to analyse cost in detailNegotiation skills / ability to analyse costs in detail Good prioritisation skills Good communication skills(written & verbal) / Professional representation Understand the importance of the market , what to look forMarket condition , what are the potential changes/ influences/causes Mathematical analysis skills, understanding of exchange rate impact Ability to work in a team , experience of doing so Understand Basic Contract Formation Flexibility due to short notice requests DESIRABLESupplier management skills Strategic thought Company accounts & finance knowledge Able to understand & interprete Drawings / manufacturing process understanding Understanding of the key steps in Project ManagementGenuine interst in Automotive technology / marketExperience of using drawings / understanding of manufacturing processes Experience of leading projects Language skills Relocation is available for this vacancy