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MTU America Inc Buyer, NonProduction in Novi, Michigan

Buyer, Non-Production

Job Functions:

Process purchasing award summaries and purchasing documents for suppliers directly related to maintenance, repair and operational goods and services within RRPS global compliance policies Develop sourcing lists and monitor supplier performance Assertively resolve all pricing, invoicing and contract related issues with the suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliers Analyze supplier cost / pricing information and benchmark the competition Manage purchase requisition queue, vendor invoice management queue, and Aiken MRO crib stock-out reports Maintain open communication between internal departments, management, and suppliers Support cost savings initiatives Support the implementation of a standardized process approach utilizing common forms, measurements, and structure Maintain good housekeeping practices Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct Perform special projects as required.

Posting Title: Buyer, Non-Production

Location: Company Headquarters (Novi, MI)

Functional Area: Purchasing

FLSA Code: EXEMPT

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Materials Management, Finance or Packaging Engineering, and 3 years of procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management experience; or 7 years of experience in procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management Strong experience handling confidential, sensitive matters with discretion Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others Strong negotiation skills Strong working knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures Strong financial/cost analysis skills and problem-solving ability when issues are complex Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills, and the ability to understand the needs of the internal customer Self starter with the ability to work independently with little direction Good ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documents Good ability to learn commodity processes at supplier locations Ability to travel on a limited basis Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite Preferred: Specific knowledge of packaging materials, processes and supply base Specific knowledge of warehouse operations, facilities and equipment Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and products SAP experience

Work Environment: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions. : Daily work is performed in an office environment. This position has a hybrid work schedule. 

While performing duties of this position, an employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to manipulate small items such as a keyboard or mouse. Next, the employee is occasionally required to stand, reach, and / or grasp. Finally, an employee is also frequently required to walk within the work environment. 

Specific vision requirements for this position include having the ability to adjust focus and see in color

Equipment: Computer, Copier, Phone

Shift: Office (First)

Job Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Full Time             Buyer, Non-Production | MTU

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