Prototype Buyer

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently seeking a Prototype Buyer to join our PowerDrive System business unit team. The Prototype Buyer will be responsible to will be responsible works in a professional level to quote, negotiate, select, and place purchase orders for all prototype components and outside services.

Organizes the Prototype Procurement kick-off meeting (PKO) with the program team to discuss the build schedule, potential design risks, and any required component expediting.
Prototype Buyer defines the sourcing strategy and starts a new prototype program tracking sheet to manage the daily program activities.

Key responsibilities

• Send request for quote (RFQ) package to qualified supply base which includes: 2D print (released or un-released), 3D model, specifications, quantity, and material requirement date (MRD).

• Review all supplier quotes and identify leverage opportunities for negotiations. Schedule technical review meeting for any design risk components (i.e. castings, shafts, gears, and sprockets).

• Select a supplier that is most competitive and capable of supporting the program’s requirements. Complete and submit the purchase requisition to start the SAP workflow purchase order approval process. Approval requests over $20,000 require a Prototype Supplier Nomination Form to be submitted.

• Send sourcing package to selected supplier which includes approved purchase order, released 2D print and 3D model, specifications, signed team feasibility commitment (TFC) form. Selected supplier must provide sourcing package confirmation to the Prototype Buyer.Compliance with capital project (CAPEX) budget and expense budget.

• Prototype Buyer will update the program tracking sheet accordingly. Prototype Buyer is responsible for following up with the supply base for status updates on sourced components.

What we’re looking for

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience in a similar position: At least 3 years of experience in purchasing or

• project management in the automotive industry.

• Technical knowledge required: Purchasing, Negotiation, Project Management,

• Ability to work across functions within a team to drive results and with multicultural teams.

• Other requirements: Microsoft Office, SAP, ERP

What we offer

• Major Medical Expenses

• Life Insurance

• Dental Plan

• Saving Fund without legal cap

• Food Vouchers without legal cap

• Annual bonus

• Additional holidays

• Bereavement days

• Days per marriage

What we believe

• Inclusion - We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.

• Integrity - We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.

• Excellence - We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.

• Responsibility - We care about our local communities and the global environment.

• Collaboration - We are one BorgWarner.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the local BorgWarner Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, or disability.

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