Director, Program Purchasing

Working at Freudenberg:
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• Responsible for all supply chain activities in the region Americas for the Air Springs business unit.
• Lead and support program buying team in implementation of cost, optimized product design, estimates, negotiation, contracting, etc.
• Lead the negotiation, execution, and governance of direct material supply contracts in alignment with program timing, cost targets, and global sourcing strategies.
• Ensure consistent application of global SCM frameworks while addressing regional business, supplier, and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management or relatable technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in direct purchasing in an automotive environment, including team leadership.
• Strong cost & quality mindset
• SAP experience preferred
• Willing to travel
• This role is on-site in either Farmington Hills, MI or South Haven, MI therefore successful candidates will be within a commutable distance of either location.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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