Hoses & Lines - Sr Buyer

gmstcatharines.ca

Unknown
Hybrid
Commodity strategy development
Supplier relationship management
Cost reduction initiatives
Responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services to manufacture hoses of plastic or rubber and metal pipes of stainless steel

Job Summary

  • Responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services to manufacture hoses of plastic or rubber and metal pipes of stainless steel.
  • General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging.
  • The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role and is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week.

Matching Summary

Responsible for purchase of all or a specific portion of productive and/or non-productive materials, supplies, machinery, tooling and/or services to manufacture hoses of plastic or rubber and metal pipes of stainless steel.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • commodity strategy development
  • supplier relationship management
  • cost reduction initiatives
  • contract negotiation skills
  • cross-functional collaboration
  • supply chain and logistics experience
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • automotive industry experience
  • procurement software knowledge
  • materials management knowledge
  • market data interpretation
  • contract law knowledge
  • ability to read engineering documents
  • international travel capability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience
  • Ability to travel at least 5%
  • Knowledge of plastics and stainless steel manufacturing
  • Experience in supplier performance assessment
  • Strong negotiation skills

Work Rights

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