Global Supply Manager- Seating

Responsibilities 

Support Engineering to identify suppliers available for sourcing.

Issue RFQs to multiple suppliers for multiple commodities.

Review, analyze and clarify quote packages from suppliers.

Support/Lead a strategic sourcing approval process.

Manage Purchase Order approval and issuing process

Identify and negotiate commercial cost reduction opportunities.

Negotiate cost changes related to product design changes.

Work with Suppliers, Engineering and Material Planning to release parts into production.

Work with SQA to identify “qualified” suppliers and drive continuous quality improvement.

Develop parts sourcing strategies and sourcing efficiencies.

Work on “Lean” initiatives and identify other sourcing efficiencies via benchmarking, VA/VE, competitive quotes and resourcing.

Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships; point of contact for all supplier commercial issues.