Skills

Communication Leadership Go Negotiation Change Management Problem-solving Project Management Organizational Skills

Job Specifications

THE ROLE

As a New Model Buyer, you will be responsible for managing multiple suppliers during the New Model development cycle starting at Design phase and ending when parts and suppliers are ready for Mass Production. You will be involved with initial Planning Drawings, Die GO planning and issuance, Leading NMR Meetings, supplier tooling management and overall supplier readiness for all NM Events.

This role will include negotiating cost and timing, design change application, delivery of event parts and tooling lead times.

The successful candidate will be a very well organized and will leverage their problem-solving skills to countermeasure issues as they arise. You will need very strong communication skills to be able to interact with multiple stakeholders, within the client and client's supplier base.

This position will involve ever-changing demands and priorities so the ability to manage multiple projects and handle stress is very important. If you are a career minded individual who has a passion for project management, enjoys the challenge that comes with automotive purchasing, has passion for developing and maintaining business relationships and communicating with others, then this is a great opportunity for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead all New Model Review audits with suppliers
Evaluate and judge supplier capacity and OEE achievement
Audit and judge supplier labelling systems to ensure minimum process requirements
Order and delivery management of New Model event /exceptional part purchase orders
Analyze, negotiate tool lead-time and track progress to ensure event targets are achieved
Design change management and design change compensation request assessment
Negotiation with suppliers to ensure best delivery timing and part cost for trial events
Assess supplier Mass Production readiness and track open issues to closure
Managing Supplier Relationships - NARS (North American Reporting System)
Bill of Material maturation
Support of quality/delivery recovery activities (occasional yard sweeps)

REQUIREMENTS

Post Secondary graduate in business related field or equivalent related work experience or Skilled Trade program graduate in mechanical related trade (mechanical/welding/HVAC)
Demonstrated experience in project management/leadership
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Demonstrated complex (multi-party) problem-solving ability
Strong mathematical, analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Initiative and leadership skills to take control of a situation and make quick decisions
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills - including Excel & PowerPoint

*Candidates will be tested for Excel proficiency

JOB RELATED MUST HAVES

Willing to work overtime as required, sometimes on short notice
Willing to work scheduled shutdowns as required
Willing to cancel pre-booked vacations as required
Willing and able to travel within North America, on short notice (Valid Canadian passport or B1 Visa is required)
Able to support 2nd shift rotation
Valid Driver's License

About the Company

Manpower is the global leader in contingent and permanent recruitment workforce solutions. We provide the agility businesses need with a continuum of staffing solutions. By leveraging our trusted brands, we have built a deeper talent pool to provide our clients access to the people they need, faster. We effectively assess and develop skills, keeping our associates ahead of the curve, so they can get the jobs done each time, every time. Know more