Date Posted : 11 / 25 / 2025
Hiring Organization : Rose International
Position Number : 493869
Industry : Automotive
Job Title : Direct Buyer
Job Location : Jeffersonville, OH, USA, 43128
Work Model : Onsite
Employment Type : Permanent
FT / PT : Full-Time
Min Hourly Rate ($) : 35.09
Max Hourly Rate ($) : 39.90
Must Have Skills / Attributes : Negotiation, Purchasing, Supply Chain
Experience Desired : Experience in a direct buyer purchasing role or a degree in a similar field (4+ yrs); Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external (4+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education : Bachelor’s Degree
Job Description
Overview : The LG Energy Solution-Honda joint venture has partnered with Rose International for Direct hire recruiting services for this role.
As a Direct Buyer you will manage mass production part ordering and delivery through effective planning, communication, and supplier interface. Apply technical and problem-solving skills to prevent impact to operations and support achievement of department targets. Responsible for material procurement, ordering schedule, logistics tracking, on-time delivery of parts & materials, supplier process management and countermeasure implementation.
Responsibilities :
Issues Purchase Orders (POs) for all projects unassisted; manage material run out plan and mitigate potential production shortfalls or overstock situationsResolve conflicts that arise with supplier delivery schedules, raw materials, inventoryEstablish and maintain communication networks with supply base to promote a positive, long-term relationship focused on delivery performance (building relationships with suppliers)Continually develop communication networks (department internal and external) such as production control, manufacturing, safety, material management, and engineering to ensure operational success and departmental awarenessPropose new business processes, suggest process and system improvements; manage proposal introduction, execution and long-term implementation.Work closely with system development teams to specify, negotiate, and confirm system changes. Identify key stakeholders and include in development and confirmationUnderstand and manage supplier material packaging, labeling procedures, shipping processes and material conditions from point of shipping to point of arrivalMonitor and report on supplier performance.Maintain reporting and conduct at the spot activity both internally (plant / warehouse) and externally (supplier plant / warehouse / shipping waypoints for root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation to solve complex problemsMaintain control of inventory by establishing and maintaining trigger points based on multiple criteria at multiple points in the supply chainSupport senior management in developing and implementing purchasing strategies.Research, identify, and recommend prospective new suppliersContinuously striving for cost improvements (competition, localization)Education / Experience :
4+ years of experience in a direct buyer purchasing role or a degree in a similar fieldExceptional negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partiesKnowledge / Skills :
Knowledge of global supply chain or import / export activityKnowledge of basic inventory management and manufacturing workflowProficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointGood time-management and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team with strong communication and interpersonal skillsEffectively sell ideas, securing buy-in from individuals or teamAbility to work on multiple issues and tasks and prioritize, plan, perform, and communicate activities, both in written and verbal formAbility to negotiate based on logic, manage cost, manage supplier relationships, solve problems, manage special projects, and analyze drawings / BOM’sAdvanced knowledge of data management and analysis (for example, Excel VBA or Python)Knowledge of data visualization tools (such as Tableau or Power BI)Strong business and technical backgroundAre you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture! What differentiates The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture and makes us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards :
Competitive base salaryPaid time off, including vacation & paid holidaysAbility to earn compensatory time offIndustry leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)Shift premium (when assigned)401K plan with company matchRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth :
Advancement opportunitiesEducation reimbursement for continued learningTraining and development programsAdditional Offerings :
On-Site cafeteriaOn-Site recreational areaOn-Site wellness areaClean, climate-controlled environmentLGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.Benefits :
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