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To provide leadership in identifying opportunities in new sources and developing existing sources which meet or exceed MUVIQ criteria. The supply base will be capable of supporting Operations, Sales and Engineering through Commodity Strategy Development, lean supply chain, APQP, MBE involvement and Continuous Improvement activities. This role will also procure raw materials of predetermined quality standards consistent with established price standards and timely delivery, to support continuous and uninterrupted production at the facility.

• Support the development and execution of commodity strategies that reduce procurement costs and strengthen the supply base.
• Participate in supplier selection activities, including identifying potential sources, evaluating new technologies, and contributing to strategic supplier partnerships in coordination with Supply Management, Logistics, Tech Centers, and Operations.
• Assist in maintaining and tracking supplier information and ensuring key suppliers meet MUVIQ standards and customer‑specific requirements.
• Set performance expectations with suppliers and provide regular scorecards addressing cost, quality, delivery, and technical support.

• Analyze raw material inventory against fluctuating demand, releasing order quantities that meet production needs while achieving inventory objectives.
• Track and drive COP related to plant material spend.
• Expedite or de‑expedite purchased materials as needed to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Monitor tariffs, surcharges, and cost drivers that impact material pricing.
• Participate in budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Assist in forecasting and controlling future raw material costs used in establishing standard cost.
• Support plant cost‑reduction initiatives, competitive quoting efforts, and coordination of supplier‑driven improvement ideas.

• Coordinate engineering changes with suppliers to ensure the supply base receives and implements current specifications, drawings, and revision levels.
• Request and review tooling condition reports and initiate replacements or corrective actions as needed.

• Process purchase orders for non‑production materials, tooling, and other approved items.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation to support purchasing, planning, and supplier management processes.

• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the organization.
• Participate in relevant industry organizations, training, and professional development.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and comply with all applicable customer‑specific and internal requirements.
• Exercise authority to stop processes when needed to investigate or prevent nonconformances related to product, process, environmental management, or the Quality Management System.
• Recommend corrective actions, verify implementation, and represent customer needs for any IATF 16949‑related requirements within the scope of the role.

• Educational
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor's Degree
• Field of Study/Technical
  
  Certifications:
  
  Purchasing management, project management
• Minimum # of Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  2-4 years
• Required PC
  
  Skills:
  
  Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite
• CMS/Epicor Experience a Plus
• Automotive Industry Experience a Plus

Typical of an office environment. Majority of the job will be sitting, standing, and walking in a normal office environment. Use of dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment (computer, printer, etc.) will be required; occasional lifting light objects 5-10 lbs. May walk plant floor as needed. Ability to wear PPE when needed throughout the plant.

* No agencies/recruiters please.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.