- Approximately 10-30 %
- Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs.
- Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
- Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits).
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.
- Must be able to operate as an effective team member.
- Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies.
- Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
- Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, confidentiality agreements, master purchase agreements, changes in process, terms, engineering requirements, and other items as required with suppliers.
- Detailed quotation analysis and negotiation for all cost drivers.
- Support the launch of new programs, including tracking prototype / trial materials.
- Evaluate new supplier performance and information.
- Approve requisitions and monitor invoicing for variances and suppliers for performance
- Support preparation of annual budget plans (including purchases, manpower, expenses, etc.) for each location and all assigned components and suppliers - working with manufacturing plant site purchasing members to finalize total budget plan by plant.
- Support development and standardization of processes in conjunction with AWA systems processes and manufacturing plant needs for all Commodity assigned components (including strategy, negotiation tactics, processes, policies, etc.).
- In conjunction with management, lead activities for Commodity purchasing to:
- Develop forms, processes, and systems for Commodity central purchasing,
- Support other Aisin purchasing groups for similar products and processes,
- Execute communized purchasing activities with suppliers and potential suppliers,
- Develop total supply chain cost analysis.
- Support the Commodity procurement team (and support of other teams as appropriate) for cost reduction activity including cooperation with Aisin affiliated companies.
- Support sub-tier negotiations and purchasing as necessary.
- Coordinate and analyze total volume usage, forecasts, and total material buy for Commodity suppliers
- Manage related processes as appropriate for quotations, Letters of Intent, Feasibility Studies, Engineering Changes, quotations, capacity investigations, etc.
- Analysis of various inputs and conditions from cross-functional departments to find cost savings opportunities.
- Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams at AWA, manufacturing plants and Aisin Group companies (both domestic and overseas).
- Coordinate with SPTT members to conduct supplier business audits
- In conjunction with strategic project purchasing members and SPTT:
- Assess prospective suppliers for new model programs and localization activities
- Support development of Commodity component purchase strategies.
- Identify suppliers for new business and review their capabilities per engineering requirements.
- Prepare reports and presentations as necessary.
- Gain consensus from multiple manufacturing plants and recommend sourcing decisions.
- Act as Supplier champion to Aisin and voice of Aisin to supplier.
- Develop and maintain record of supplier assessments for Commodity component suppliers.
- Work with design team to identify new, local, or advanced materials and processes for mass or cost savings.
- Other tasks and duties as assigned.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for internal and external contacts
- Ability to create effective memos, Emails and letters.
- Capable of analyzing quotations, developing budgets, and understanding cost impact
- Ability to comprehend technical and business correspondence
- Ability to analyze manufacturing processes and blueprints
- Strong computer skills and ability to create graphs, spreadsheets, and charts
- Experience in automotive industry with understanding of standard job functions and requirements within the industry.
- Prior purchasing experience in automotive industry or industrial environment.
- Experience in multi-cultural environment, preferably Japanese-based.
- Exposure or knowledge of the injection molding process (Metal Stamping) would be beneficial but not mandatory.
- Fluency in English with additional language skill in Japanese helpful.
- Education within Engineering, Accounting, Stamping Manufacturing, or Purchasing supply chain is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Internal candidates with significant Aisin experience will be considered.
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Purchasing Buyer - Seymour, United States - Aisin Corporation
Description
RequirementsTravel Requirements
With reasonable accommodation:
Job Title: Purchasing Buyer - Specialty Parts
Company: Aisin World Corp. of America
Department: Purchasing, Commodity
Location: Seymour, IN or Marion, IL
Position Responsibilities
The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:
Essential Skills and Experience:
Benefit Overview
Aisin offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, vehicle discounts and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The policy of Aisin is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal law. Additionally, Aisin is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, email us at or call us at Please provide a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title of the position for which you are applying.
Diversity Statement
AISIN is committed to workforce diversity, creating equity and advancing a culture of inclusion in which every team member is treated fairly and with respect. Our inclusive work environment brings together a variety of backgrounds, skills, education and perspectives. Attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce requires that everyone have an equal opportunity to participate, contribute, and advance.
