Segment Buyer
Specifically responsible for Divisional Segment Purchasing of Fabric and Coatings, in support of multiple Product Lines. Works within a purchasing team to create a purchasing strategy for a segment of goods. Supports Product Area Manager & Global Segment Manager. Evaluates vendor quotes, services, and savings, to determine the most desirable suppliers. Works all aspects of vendor relationship management and lifecycle. Supports divisional workshops & Zero-Defect Strategy with Supplier Quality. Requires a bachelor's degree with preference given for knowledge, skills and abilities that apply most directly to the position. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function as it relates specifically to Raw Materials purchasing, new technology and manufacturing methods.
• Support Multiple Product Line Teams
• Support specific Standard Components; Raw Materials for Product Lines
• Strong understanding of raw materials: Fabrics and Coatings is required
• Meet stated KPIs for MPV, Supplier Consolidation, NCM, WCC, etc…
• Develop best in class suppliers (Cost, Quality, Delivery)
• Responsible for negotiations, cost modeling, LTA, Resourcing, & other
• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• Advanced English skills
• Previous Experience in Purchasing, Standard Components, Raw Material Trends, Engineering, Quality, Negotiation, Resins.
• Organization, Negotiation and Communication skills.
•Attractive compensation package
•Flexible Options (Monday to Thursday at office, Friday at Home)
•Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.
•Gender Pay Equality
Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.
Autoliv, Inc. is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. We develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels and pedestrian protection systems for all major automotive manufacturers in the world. Our products save 37,000 lives and prevent 450,000 injuries each year.
Our ~65,000 employees in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We have 13 technical centers, with 20 test tracks.
In the world of automotive occupant safety, we were the first to introduce the two- and three-point seat belt system and airbags for front and side impacts. We were also the first to launch pyrotechnic belt pretensioners and pedestrian protection systems.
Autoliv, Inc. is a publicly traded Delaware U.S. corporation with its headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden. The shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ALV) and the Swedish Depository Receipts on Nasdaq Stockholm (ALIV sdb). For more information go to www.autoliv.com.
