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Support and mentor team members in best practices, escalation, negotiation, performance etc. Set cost reduction targets to suppliers, track performance and report result to Management. Ideal candidate should be self-motivated and understanding of design requirements to review vendor capabilities that may lead to cost savings opportunities. Support in other functions within WH Purchasing as determined by Mgt.\nJob Duties and Responsibilities\nEstablish cost reduction targets for provisional component contribution. Track, measure, report monthly to ensure targets are being met.\nProvide strategic guidance, mentorship, set objectives, and complete performance evaluations of provisional team. Foster professional growth aligning efforts with SEWS objectives. Enhance, grow Buyer skill set in negotiation, PM, & compliance.\nSupport development and implementation of procurement policies alongside Purchasing Management. Serve as escalation to team with suppliers or others if commercial support is requried\nImplementation of roadmaps ideas and and completion of VA/VE ensuring cost savings. Coordination with DE, QA, and other related departments as needed to achieve result\nGPA (Global Purchasing Activity) Provide support in organizing and coordinating all activities of the global team to ensure alignment and effective execution\nIdentify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on technical capability, quality, and cost. Conduct supplier audits for development and to maintain as a strategic supplier.\nParticipate in design reviews to provide input on feasibility and supplier capability. Cross functional review with Quality, Engineering, and Material Control as needed\nWork with Program Management and Engineering teams on new product launches, prototypes, and tooling requirements\nAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments\nOther duties as assigned\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in a business-related field (Business, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, etc)\n4 years Purchasing, Sales, Contract Mgt, (negotiation a plus)\nKnowledge of manufacturing processes (component drawings, specifications, injection molding, etc.). \nTeam First Environment\nTravel required. \nKnowledge Microsoft Office, (Strong Excel)\nAbout Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.\nSumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability.With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics.SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.\nTo learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.\nFollow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-wiring-systems\nAbout the Sumitomo Electric Group\nSince the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. 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