Job responsibilities:
1 Ensure early involvement of SQD in case of new suppliers and/or materials and on-time PPAP approval
2 Conduct purchasing of materials independently and select supplier and second sources for the components out of an approved supplier list
3 Ensure correct, complete and timely maintenance of master data and workflows in all relevant systems
4 Order program related needs like samples and toolings
5 Support and execute cost reduction ideas
6 Execute category strategy
7 Confirm material availability and lead time for the components
8 Ensure supplier capacities to avoid supply bottlenecks
9 Support product change requests and “End of Life” ramp-down activities at the component level

Qualifications:
1 College degree or above
2 5+ years project buyer experience with a multinational company, preferably in automotive industry
3 Good command of English (listening, speaking, reading and writing)
4 Proactive attitude and good negotiation skills, results driven.
5 Expertise in electronic components.