About this role
Responsibilities
Identify suppliers available for sourcing.
Issue RFQs to multiple suppliers for multiple commodities.
Review, analyze and clarify quote packages from suppliers.
Support/Lead a strategic sourcing approval process.
Manage Purchase Order approval and issuing process
Identify and negotiate commercial cost reduction opportunities.
Negotiate cost changes related to product design changes.
Work with Suppliers, Engineering and Material Planning to release parts into production.
Work with Supplier Quality to identify “qualified” suppliers and drive continuous quality improvement.
Develop parts sourcing strategies and sourcing efficiencies.
Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships
Respond to supply shortages that are outside Material Planning’s control
Automotive, Electronics, Software/ Hardware suppliers Automotive or electronics background; Negotiation skills BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Supply Chain Management Degree; MBA 5+ years of experience
Santa Clara,CA. Upto 25% of travel required
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.