Program Buyer

6 - 10 years

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As a Program Buyer at Tenneco, you will play a crucial role in coordinating suppliers for new parts development, ensuring Quality, Delivery, and Cost support for program SOP launch. Your responsibilities will include: - Coordinating suppliers on new parts development for Proto and Series development for product launches. - Providing active representation on project teams, including PM/Engineering, and following up with suppliers until SOP +90 days. - Conducting cost evaluations and negotiations with suppliers to meet program targets. - Negotiating technical and/or supply agreements with suppliers involved in "early supplier involvement." - Driving value analysis/value engineering activities during the launch phase. - Supporting the improvement of supplier launch procedures to minimize inventory obsolescence and meet lean manufacturing needs. In terms of qualifications, you should have: - A Bachelor's Degree, preferably in an Engineering discipline. - Minimum of 6+ years of related work experience. - Prior program purchasing experience in a relevant Shock absorber company. Key skills required for this role include: - Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. - Leadership abilities and a team player mindset. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and ERP systems (SAP desired). - Functional understanding of Six Sigma, Lean, Continuous Improvement, BOMs, ERP, and TS16949. - Ability to interpret and communicate engineering drawings and specifications. - Previous experience with 2-wheeler shock absorbers is desired. - Motivated self-starter familiar with a range of materials and manufacturing processes. - Ability to support new product launch processes such as APQP, PPAP documentation, and project planning. Additionally, this role may require travel within India and internationally as needed. Please note that Tenneco is a global leader in automotive products, driving advancements in global mobility through its four business groups. With approximately 78,000 team members worldwide, Tenneco is committed to delivering technology solutions for diversified markets.,

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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Northville Michigan

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