Essential Functions:

• Manage the strategic sourcing process of materials and components for new and existing programs
• Manage and develop a team of purchasing professionals across NA
• Coordinate regional activities with global divisional / commodity purchasing leaders and develop regional commodity strategies for existing and new commodities
• Monitor and communicate commodity market developments including associated risks and opportunities
• Identify new potential suppliers for both new commodities and supplier localization / portfolio optimization
• Provide leadership in supplier negotiation sessions including articulating clear negotiation strategies
• Archive targeted annual material cost savings
• Act as point of escalation for commercial, quality, and other supplier related topics
• Establish and maintain KPIs and metrics to track commodity spend, key projects, and total savings
• Develop costing models through knowledge of supply base cost structure and market price/dynamics and identify opportunities based on appropriate cost drivers
• Actively drive continuous improvement efforts within purchasing to develop processes and implement best practices, controls, and procedures that support IATF and Mubea operating goals
• As Sr. Manager engage in non-core activities and cross-functional projects to promote and drive Mubea’s DBTB (Driven by the Best) culture

• This role can be located in our Auburn Hills, MI or Florence, KY location

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field
• 5-10 years progressive experience in procurement of direct material commodities in an automotive or industrial products environment
• Confidence and capability to lead a team of purchasing professionals, coach and develop talent, lead negotiations, and be a trusted partner to business unit leadership
• Ability to communicate and present, both written and verbally, complex analysis and ideas in a concise manner
• Continuous improvement mentality with a track record of taking initiative and driving step changes in organizations in the areas of people, process, and technology managing multiple stakeholders
• Expert knowledge of MS Office suite and procurement tools
• Ability to travel incl. international (15-30%)

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Management consulting experience
• Professional purchasing and/or supply chain certification
• Experience working in an international organization
• Bilingual, e.g., German or Spanish

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

In addition to forward-looking perspectives in our growing family company worldwide, Mubea provides the opportunity for continuous development, actively supporting your ideas and goals. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional health and welfare benefits package to all of our employees. As a member of our team you will be eligible to participate in a full menu of benefits, including: medical, dental and vision insurances; company and voluntary life insurances; paid time off; and, a matching 401(k) plan. Take advantage of the diverse career opportunities at Mubea and enhance our team!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.