Buyer- Indirect/MRO/CAPEX at BorgWarner

Arden, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Analytical rigor
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Proactive approach to supplier relationship management
  • Ability to work closely with internal stakeholders (Finance, Engineering, Facilities, Operations)
  • Willingness to transition from BorgWarner Arden, NC facility to another facility in Western North Carolina

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for capital and indirect (MRO) spending to optimize cost, quality, and delivery, including leading qualification & development of new suppliers and exit of outgoing suppliers in coordination with the plant
  • Conduct RFQs, RFPs, and supplier negotiations to secure optimal pricing and terms
  • Negotiate Capital, MRO, and service agreements or contracts to achieve cost savings and mitigate risks
  • Develop and execute plant cost savings initiatives & risk mitigation strategies on existing business to achieve annual savings budgets, utilizing a total landed cost approach optimizing prices for new and existing business in assigned commodities
  • Conduct market analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the commodity perimeter
  • Implement tactics including program bundling, dual sourcing, leveraging other programs activities, tariff avoidance, USMCA, duty mitigation, specification/tolerance/material changes, process optimization, VA&VE, logistics & packaging optimization, payment term improvement
  • Minimize collective risk through favorable raw material, currency adjustment mechanisms
  • Support digital procurement initiatives and e-sourcing tools
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders (incomplete in description)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ProcurementSourcingNegotiationSupplier ManagementCost ReductionCAPEXMROIndirect ProcurementSupply Chain ManagementContract Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What pay and benefits does BorgWarner offer for this position?

All positions start at an above market pay rate. Benefits are above market and include Day 1 medical coverage with potential no monthly premium, onsite health clinic at no cost, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement after 18 months, 401k with matching, and company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1.

Is this position remote or onsite, and where is it located?

This is an onsite position beginning at the BorgWarner Arden, NC facility and transitioning to another facility in Western North Carolina.

What key skills are required for the Indirect and Capex Buyer role?

The role requires sourcing and negotiation skills, analytical rigor, strong supplier relationship management, and the ability to develop sourcing strategies while working closely with stakeholders like Finance, Engineering, Facilities, and Operations.

What is BorgWarner's company culture like?

BorgWarner prioritizes employee health and safety, cares about local communities and the global environment, promotes a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility, and builds on collaboration.

What makes a strong candidate for this Buyer position?

A strong candidate has analytical rigor, strong negotiation skills, proactive supplier relationship management, and experience developing sourcing strategies for indirect and Capex spending while coordinating with plant teams and stakeholders.

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