Buyer Ii - Interior & Safety

slate.auto

Not specified (potentially hybrid or onsite based on the startup culture).
Strategic supply base management
Supplier rfis and rfqs
Negotiate commercial agreements
Slate.auto is seeking an experienced Buyer II for Interior and Safety components to support their mission of building affordable, customizable vehicles. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and possess strong negotiation and relationship management skills

Job Summary

  • Develop and manage a strategic supply base for automotive interior and safety components, leading supplier RFIs, RFQs, negotiations, and commercial agreements to meet program cost targets, deliverables, and Job 1 launch timing.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to resolve cost, quality, and delivery issues and identify cost reduction opportunities.
  • Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, motivated by shared principles including Safety First, Delight Customers, One Team, Relentless Improvement, Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy, Respectful Collaboration, and Positive Legacy.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Slate.auto is seeking an experienced Buyer II for Interior and Safety components to support their mission of building affordable, customizable vehicles. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and possess strong negotiation and relationship management skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strategic supply base management
  • supplier RFIs and RFQs
  • negotiate commercial agreements
  • sourcing production parts
  • supplier performance monitoring
  • ERP system experience

Nice-to-have

  • DIY and customization spirit
  • roll up the sleeves mindset
  • fast-paced startup environment
  • accountability and strategic thinking
  • relationship building skills
  • value engineering initiatives

Key Requirements

  • 8–10 years of experience
  • Bachelor's degree or experience
  • automotive interior components sourcing
  • vehicle safety systems sourcing
  • strong negotiation skills
  • strong relationship management skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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