JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, this role is responsible for the continuous improvement of purchasing strategies. Striving for cost improvements while maintaining high quality and on time delivery. Focus will be on assigned machining and casting commodities supporting Current Production and/or New Product development needs.

Performance Expectations

• Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards.
• Compare costs of purchasing options which differ in prices, discounts, rebates, shipping charges, customs fees and currency exchange rates. Consider cost implications of suppliers' policies for minimum and mixed orders.
• Negotiate contracts and resolve disputes with suppliers to achieve long term win‑win relationships. Includes negotiating terms with new suppliers and changes to long term agreements with existing suppliers.
• Evaluate quality of...