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Specialist, Direct Procurement - Exterior Commodity

Scout Motors
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Commodity Purchasing - Exterior
Salary
$90,000.00 - $112,500.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain or a related technical field
  • 4+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain in the automotive environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Effective negotiation experience specific to automotive Exterior commodity purchasing
  • Analytical skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Thorough knowledge of automotive or manufacturing industries
Nice to have
  • Prior experience with Automotive Purchasing ERP systems
  • Familiarity with OEM Automotive supply base
  • Good interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence
What the job really is

In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing and managing suppliers for exterior commodities at Scout Motors. This includes establishing sourcing strategies, leading contract negotiations, and ensuring supplier performance meets project requirements. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and act as a program manager during the pre-production phase.

Benefits
  • Competitive insurance including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans
  • 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
  • 20 days planned PTO, 40 hours unplanned PTO, and 14 company or floating holidays annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
  • Annual performance bonus program
Things to weigh
  • 5 days per week in the office with limited remote work options
  • Initial base salary range is $90,000.00 - $112,500.00, which may vary based on experience
  • Role requires flexibility in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
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