Buyer

Locations: Maumee, OH (43537) and Novi, MI (48377)

About the role

This position is responsible for identification and evaluation of opportunities within the commodity category for reduction of spend, consolidation of process, function and continuity of supply. Manages the Dana contracts within the commodity category and reports the metrics associated with them. Delivers continuous improvement in cost, process, and services within the commodity category. Will be responsible for requests for information (RFI) or quote (RFQ). Generates recommendations based on Total Cost of Ownership comparisons. Monitors and reports on activities associated with the named commodity category.

Responsibilities

• Formulate annual business plans for achievement of cost reductions and year-over-year performance improvement.
• Obtain and analyze quotes to determine best value, then recommend global sourcing solutions based on data and facts collected.
• Provide proper documentation for review at sourcing councils, including total landed cost analysis accounting for duty, freight, packaging, surcharge, payment terms, and other financial factors. Includes understanding of SSA status and any financial risk.
• Consistently utilize IPOs in quoting new business and consider global spend for all suppliers.
• Maintain control of projects to meet timing and address basic roadblocks related to purchasing.
• Initiate and lead technical reviews with cross-functional teams; keep OISR updated and track program milestones.
• Clearly list Dana's negotiable items and the supplier's, and negotiate basic items/deals with minimal supervision.
• Understand negotiation details, prepare for negotiations, and adhere to walk-away points.
• Consistently send out and review complete RFQ packages and negotiate basic terms of contracts to support agreements. Understand the type of contract required and key points to leverage beyond price.
• Monitor supplier performance, audit results, and elevate issues within the supplier's organization for resolution. Review corrective actions for sustained results.
• Hold regular performance review meetings with key stakeholders and measure compliance to agreements.
• Track savings projects and report accurate forecasts and actuals in Savings Tracker. Understand supplier surcharge mechanisms.
• Work proactively with other departments to find ways of reducing the need for inventory.
• Analyze processes in the supply chain to ensure optimum workflows and take active steps to remove non-value-added work.
• Challenge the status quo and engage help and support from other functional groups.
• Lead Benchmarking, VA/VE, Lean, Resourcing, LPP analysis, and Value Stream mapping events with assistance.
• Think creatively to use learnings from the savings toolbox to generate improvement options with the business.
• Promote cost reduction activities with key suppliers and share best practices.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in Business (Supply Chain Management or Purchasing preferred) or four-year degree in Engineering (Product or Manufacturing).
• Professional Supply Chain certification preferred.
• Automotive purchasing experience preferred; Tier-1 automotive experience a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement.
• Strong team player, able to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain an organized and professional manner when representing Dana.
• Willing to travel as required (estimated 10%).

About the company

Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging diverse perspectives. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks become targets instead of obstacles. Our values:

• Value Others
• Inspire Innovation
• Grow Responsibly
• Win Together