Volkswagen Careers – Buyer Sr

Job Description:

To ensure that all Goods and Services for VW especially, but not limited to, Information Technology related goods and services with an annual value of $100+ million are effectively and efficiently procured in a manner which meets all legal, ethical, and VW Group Sourcing process guidelines

The role will establish and maintain relationships with Business Units and suppliers to aid in determining the most appropriate and cost efficient solutions based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review and approval of team purchase orders up to $350,000
• Develop and execute category management strategies cooperatively with VW business units to maximize commercial leverage with minimal management guidance
• Participate in audits by detailing procedures, recommendations and change implementation
• Identify opportunities for process improvement
• Assist in developing specifications, bid terms and contractual language for competitive bid processes according to the VW Group purchasing standards
• Coordinate Purchasing activities and benchmark globally with other VW Group Purchasing colleagues
• Maintain current project tracking system that can be easily accessed and understood in buyer’s absence
• Provide resolution of purchasing-related problems with other functions within VWGoA and VW Group companies
• Develop and implement pricing and commercial term negotiation strategies
• Assist supplier registration process on VWGroupSupply.com database
• Train other buyers on proper process and procedure, providing direction and guidance as needed
• Provide leadership in support of manager to develop strategies, policies and procedures to maximize team performance
• Support Manager to build positive team environment to ensure employee satisfaction while achieving goals and objectives
• Analyze supply base and competition with reference to price, capacity, and quality as well as monitor the integration of current and potential suppliers in order to establish a sound supplier base
• Document sourcing activities through VW Group global purchasing system “GLOBE”
• Evaluate bids, negotiate terms & pricing, and present recommended supplier to sourcing committees

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrates commitment to self-improvement
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Computer savvy – skilled in the use of software
• Track record of success in conflict resolution
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Displays professional integrity
• Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason
• Integration – joining people, processes or systems
• Experienced in data-driven decision analysis
• Problem solving – creating options and solutions
• Flexibility and professionalism in dealing with suppliers and internal customers
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers
• Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
• Proven negotiation and problem solving skills
• German language capability
• Ability to network across cultures/languages
• Change management & Project Management experience
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Strong Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)
• Ability to manage collaborative strategic procurement projects across multiple brands, business units and/or affiliate locations
• Resource management and prioritization

Job Details:

Company:  Volkswagen

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Detroit, MI, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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