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To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Indirect Purchasing Buyer in our plant in [[location]].\nResponsabilities:\nOptimal planning of plant indirect materials and services acquisitions using the optimal resources and systems \nContribute to the budget planning activities and implement continuously effective internal control tools to deliver the required financial results. \nMonitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization \nMonitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers\nSupport the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations \nContract services and discounts for YRL and Country Yazaki affiliates. \nIdentify and evaluate potential suppliers according to the YAZAKI’s procedures; negotiate offers, prepare comparative cost analysis & reports.\nWork closely with Category Buyers in order to identify cost savings opportunities\nPrepare and submit SAS package for approval for SM Approval \nNegotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings;\nSend and track the purchase orders to the suppliers\nEnsure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts award process. \nOther tasks allocated by the Line manager and Co-manager in line with the job responsibilities\nLead, recruit, train and develop the purchasing team\nRequirements:\nBachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Accounting, Law or a related field required.\nPrevious experience in a strategic purchasing role: 1-3 years is a plus\nFluent in English\nGood knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, commercial understanding and cost breakdown; SAP\nAt Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone which extends to all aspects of the employment relationship.\nWe are looking forward to receiving your application and to get to know you. Please apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. We wish you all the success in your application!\nPs. Didn't find what you are looking for?\nTake a look at our careers page! 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