Specialist Purchasing CVS

Job description

Specialist Purchasing CVS Description

Introduction

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries\. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond\. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicles to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility\. Our portfolio also covers high\-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts\.

Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex offers highly advanced technologies and services worldwide\. We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products\. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen\. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work \(Silao\), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum\.

We look forward to getting to know you and sharing more about our values and local benefits\.

What awaits you

• Responsible for the selection of the suppliers for prototypes and production parts \- aligned with GSC strategy and Program team requirements for the headquarter
• Initiates the RFQ's and negotiates and executes all contracts on the specific programs\.
• Responsible for the program from Quotation through lifecycle of that program \(except Resins\)
• Responsible to utilize the tools to assist in should cost analysis for the components related to the specific program
• Responsible to plan and execute the information and purchase orders to support the production ramp up with the suppliers \(incl\. initial Sampling; prototypes; and preproduction parts\)
• Responsible to ensure that that the required timely Q – documents are received from the supplier
• Coordinates the tracking and analyses cost changes on the respective programs
• Initiates the process of in time\-planning of the service\- and spare part supply \(incl\. packaging\) and involves respective subject matter experts into this process
• Responsible to ensure the purchased components are integrated into the logistic concept \(packaging, transport method etc\.\) and involving the materials and logistics analyst in this process
• Verifies capacities and acquires cost regarding carry\-over parts \(incl\. expanded tooling capacity for the additional quantities\)
• Cares for key supplier integration into program team
• Reports the program characteristics to her/his supervisor and informs the team about important program issues Qualifications What you’ll need to succeed:
• Degree in Business Administration or comparable commercial education is necessary
• Bachelor of Purchasing/Materials logistics is desirable
• Commercial working experience is required
• Business Experience in the Automotive Industry will be preferred
• Knowledge in Value\-, Design\- and Price Analysis
• Ideally Software Skills in Excel, ERP Systems \- SAP, E\-Matrix; Sharepoint, etc\.
• English language skills are required

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex \(including pregnancy and sexual orientation\), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information\.

Preference given to Veterans of the U\. S\. Armed Forces\.

Recruiting Company

Kautex

Primary Location

US-Michigan-Troy

Job Function

Supply Chain

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

09/25/2026, 2:24:21 PM

Job Number

344220