Junior Buyer (Contract)

Embedded in a worldwide network Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America continuously strives to remain at the forefront of successful automotive research and development. MBRDNA is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with key areas of Autonomous Driving, Advanced Interaction Design, Digital User Experience, Machine Learning, Customer Research, and Open Innovation. In Farmington Hills, Michigan, the focus is on Powertrain and eDrive technology as well as in Long Beach, where the teams test durability of the latest driver assistant and telematic systems. The Digital Hub in Seattle focusses on developing a cloud architecture and building out the cloud platform for the next generation of connected car services. The Testing and Regulatory Affairs Division in Ann Arbor and the Advanced Vehicle Design in Carlsbad complete the competence center.

Support the company-wide procurement processes. Participate in negotiations, working closely with internal customers. Maintain supplier relationships and agreements. Ensure compliance in all Purchasing activities according to the Purchasing Guidelines.

• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Offer support to requestors on Procurement tools & processes.
• Lead the RFQ process and award business to selected suppliers.
• Select qualified suppliers, in conjunction with business partners, for the RFI and RFQ process.
• Build & maintain relationships, and negotiate pricing & contract terms with domestic and international suppliers.
• Execute purchase agreements according to purchasing procedures.
• Collaborate with internal customers, management, suppliers, legal, and various other departments.
• Identify cost savings opportunities, process improvements and standardizations.
• Prepare bid specifications and other necessary documents related to the purchase of goods and services. Identify all stakeholders and assemble the appropriate sourcing team (cross functional, cross segmental, subject matter aspects)
• Contribute in process improvement goals designed to effectively enhance the procurement process.
• Support management in analyzing historical spend data and identifying areas of sourcing synergies/opportunities.
• Manage and achieve tactical purchasing goals in the areas of negotiation, contract processing and vendor monitoring.
• Perform full range of vendor management activities (onboarding, offboarding, supplier background checks, master data updates, etc.)

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management or similar field.
• 3 years of experience. 
• Combination of Degree and Years of experience acceptable (minimum): Bachelors + 2 yrs

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to collect data, establish facts clearly and identify trends & variances.
• Integrate information from a variety of sources with varied levels of complexity.
• Review, interpret, and evaluate statistical information.
• Strong presentation skills, as well as knowledge of MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint).
• Strong sense of urgency with the ability to re-prioritize tasks as needed.

• SAP experience a plus

Why should you apply?

Here at MBRDNA, you create digital ecosystems around cars, you design a language between humans and machines, you make a car even more intelligent - you make the new reality for cars. We have an open and flexible environment to allow you to push boundaries, join MBRDNA and design your future.

Benefits for Full-Time* Employees Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families

• 401(k) with employer match

• Up to 18 company-paid holidays

• Paid time off (unlimited for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave

• Tuition assistance program

• Wellness/Fitness reimbursement programs

• Vehicle lease subsidy or company car (for eligible employees only)

* Internships & Contractors excluded from Full-Time Employee benefits

MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. MBRDNA only accepts resumes from approved agencies who have a valid Agency Agreement on file. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, MBRDNA employees, or send to any MBRDNA location.  MBRDNA is not responsible for any fees or claims related to receipt of unsolicited resumes.

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