Buyer 1

Buyer 1

Location(s) : Farmington Hills, MI

Job Schedule : Full-time, Hybrid

Education Requirement : Bachelor's degree

Sponsorship : No

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We are currently looking for a Buyer 1 to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

Job Summary

Responsible for a limited group of commodities, working closely with departmental experts to carry out sourcing and cost reductions. Analyzes data and provides recommendations on course of actions. Assists managers and buyers in their strategic development and gathering data to support the recommendation. Tracks and reports monthly on status of sourcing, cost reductions, process improvements, and other defined goals. Interfaces with other departments and suppliers to ensure necessary documents / data are in place to assist managers and buyers meet required actions. Validates data in system are accurate to assure correct reporting. Prepares presentations as required and assures done accurately and timely.

Job Responsibilities

1. Negotiates and establishes commodity prices in support of the department's cost reduction goals.

2. Develops strategic sourcing plans and manages sourcing activities for commodities. Performs comparative analysis of competing suppliers in order to recommend the most competitive source for a specified commodity.

3. Engages with end users of assigned commodities (client groups and / or engineers) to establish understanding of the requirements and specifications of commodities.

4. Plans, develops, implements, and maintains cost reduction plans for assigned commodities. Tracks and validates cost savings data

5. Establishes, executes, and manages contracts for assigned commodities; issues and maintains purchase orders, and related purchasing records. In collaboration with upper management, manages cost changes for assigned commodities.

6. Coordinates activities between all departments and supplier base to ensure contract compliance and resolution of all major issues dealing with quality, cost, delivery, and design.

7. Updates databases and other records related to Purchasing functions on a weekly basis in order to accurately report statuses for assignment activities. Analyzes progress toward departmental goals and initiates mitigation action(s) as needed to ensure that goals and deadlines are met.

Job Knowledge and Skills :

Demonstrated leadership skills with aspirations towards leadership positions in an international corporation. Candidates should be self-starters with strong intuitive skills to take ownership of issues with ability to find resolution to complicated issues. Strong personal skills in : Effective communication (written and oral), attention to accuracy of work, takes feedback and adapts, solves problems without being told, works well in own organization and with others, and is a constant learner.

Years of Experience :

0-2 years of related experience in a professional business atmosphere. Prior leadership roles.

Education :

Bachelor's degree in a business major (i.e. Finance, SCM, Marketing) or related discipline (i.e. Engineering). Consider equivalent related college or technical courses, seminars and in-house classroom training.

Specific Course / Certifications :

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Travel Required?

Up to 25% travel.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan :

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities : Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards :

Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees with shared characteristics or interests build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.