Buyer - NPD

Buyer - NPD

The Buyer will plan, direct, and coordinate all procurement functions for a select or group of product commodities. Utilizing procurement tools and processes, this role will plan and lead the procurement efforts to effectively support the development and launch of new products for the Procurement Team. This includes cross-functional collaboration, adherence to process and policy, supplier sourcing and recommendations, running RFQs, evaluating vendor quotations, negotiation of purchase price, quality, availability, delivery, and other factors necessary to ensure the overall conformance of materials sourced to design specifications and overall company production objectives.

Core functions include :

• Execute the RealTruck processes to successfully deliver procurement milestones on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams such as engineering, product management, program management, industrial design, marketing, and operations to effectively launch new products.
• Partner with commodity management on identifying and evaluating potential suppliers capable of producing new products and components, ensuring quality, timelines, capacity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support the negotiation of contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve favorable agreements with suppliers, always aiming to reduce costs, reduce risk, and maximize value.
• Help manage and maintain procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with terms, conditions, and company policies.
• Stay current on market trends, supplier innovations, and industry benchmarks to identify new opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Assist in preparing procurement reports, including cost analyses, supplier performance data, and savings generated from procurement initiatives.
• Ensure all procurement activities follow company policies, legal guidelines, and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications and requirements include :

About RealTruck

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep, Bronco and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck's 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck's industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company's omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.

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