Sr Buyer Modules

The Senior Buyer for Electrical Modules will have the crucial task of sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing a wide range of Electrical and Interior Module commodities to support the Mechatronics Purchasing organization of Stellantis North America. This role encompasses various responsibilities, including overseeing the sourcing process, devising innovative solutions for complex challenges, initiating cost-saving initiatives, managing capacity and costs constraints, maintaining purchase orders and contracts, and nurturing commercial relationships with leading companies.In this role, the Senior Buyer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient procurement of Electrical Modules commodities. The Sr. Buyer in this role will be responsible for identifying reliable global suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions, and executing purchases in a timely manner. By effectively managing the sourcing process, the Senior Buyer will contribute to the overall success of the Electrical and Mechatronics Purchasing organization.**Job responsibilities include but not limited to**:Lead sourcing initiatives to ensure program timing and cost objectives are achievedPrepare and deliver sourcing recommendations to Sr. LeadershipDrive cost savings initiatives and negotiate the best market pricing for commoditiesCreate, implement, and maintain the commodity strategyDevelop cost models, including competitor benchmarkingManage and improve supplier relationships from a commercial standpointCollaborate closely with key interface groups to resolve commercial matters, such as Engineering, Project Cost Engineering, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, Value Optimization, Finance, Legal, and others.Issue and maintain Purchase Orders, including non-standard contracts.Ensure a continuous supply of parts in the commodity and mitigate any part shortages.Lead cost opportunity investigations with suppliers in the commodity, focusing on Fixed Cost Recoveries, Benchmark, and Market Test studies.Provide timely, relevant, and actionable management reports on commodity cost status, supplier performance, open issues, and potential constraints.Lead the Strategic Functional Group team and process with Global Purchasing counterpartsAbility to effectively coordinate multiple activities with other departments and adeptly resolve conflicts.Proficient in leading cross-functional teams, ensuring a unified approach when dealing with suppliers.Skilled in developing and managing crucial supplier relationships, while optimizing their ability to deliver cost-competitive products within specified timelines.Accountable for devising and/or supporting the development of strategies and solutions aimed at consistently improving cost-efficiency and capacity.Possess a comprehensive understanding of supplier capabilities on a global scale, as well as expertise in Stellantis' global commodity strategy development.Willingness to travel, and to visit supplier facilities is essential for this role.**Basic Qualifications**:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or a related fieldA minimum of 5 years of experience in Purchasing or other disciplines that require significant negotiation and/or exposure to sourcing/project management processes.Must be organized, self-motivated, capable of managing conflict and resourceful managing complex assignments.Must demonstrate past results achievement and leadership demonstrated while working in cross-functional teams.Strong written and verbal communication skills required; must be comfortable interfacing with all levels of management.**Preferred Qualifications**:Master's degree, MBAAutomotive related experience and strong interest in the automotive industryStrong negotiation skills and the ability to think and act strategicallyComfortable in a fast-paced environment and can effectively interface with cross functional teams and all levels of senior management.Self-motivated, sense of ownership and focus on urgency.Strong analytical skills and experience in solving complex problems.Experience in negotiation and governance of legal contractsExperience in PentaSAP, Excel, EBOM, GPSIS, othersOur benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.