Indirect Procurement Specialist

Adient Aerospace is a Joint Venture between Adient and Boeing. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is the world’s leader in automotive seating.

At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience.

We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

Adient Aerospace is looking for an Indirect Procurement Specialist to join our team. We look for highly proficient individuals who are collaborative, value diversity, enjoy working as a team, and share our passion to succeed.

We invest in our employees with opportunities for professional development and we offer competitive benefits.

Are you the right piece to complete our puzzle?

JOB SUMMARY

The Indirect Purchasing Buyer will manage the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services, including IT, marketing, travel, facilities, and professional services.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop category strategies that enhance value, quality, and efficiency, while overseeing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with company policies.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business objectives, needs, and challenges, aligning them with overall supply chain strategy and goals.
• Develop and implement category strategies for indirect goods and services based on market research, benchmarking, and best practices.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal terms, service levels, and pricing.
• Oversee supplier performance, relationships, and risk, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Execute purchase orders while monitoring and reporting on category spend, savings, and performance metrics, identifying opportunities for further optimization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards, managing supplier audits and assessments.
• Keep up to date with industry trends, developments, and best practices, providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders and suppliers.
• Support the development and implementation of supply chain processes, tools, and systems.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment, adhering to all state and federal regulations, Company policies and procedures.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.
• Promptly report any breaches, whether they pertain to IT cyber security, infrastructure, or building security, ensuring the safety and integrity of our data and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education :

Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineer or equivalent experience.

Experience :

• Experience executing a global indirect purchasing strategy within operational departments.
• Skilled in building and managing an indirect supply base, category management, and fostering partnerships to fulfill growing company and production needs.
• Proficient in procuring goods and services : CAPEX MRO / Temporary Labor, General Services, Software and Equipment, Consumables, Real estate, etc.
• Ability to identify opportunities to minimize costs and enhance efficiency.
• Experience in onboarding and managing suppliers to ensure strong performance.
• Proven track record in developing and maintaining key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Familiarity with Request for Quotations (RFQs).
• Experience in coordinating and expediting purchasing orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Knowledge of handling blanket purchase orders for both direct and indirect purchases.
• Ability to maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet organizational needs.
• Experience in tracking and monitoring shipments, providing status updates to key partners.

Skills :

• Proficiency in software (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
• Data analysis.
• Project management.
• Time management.

Preferred Skills / Experience :

1+ years of relevant experience.

Other :

• Extended or irregular hours may be required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Adient Aerospace is an at-will employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer, and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively, handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future.

Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division.

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

Direction with necessary guidance is provided in terms of tasks and craftsmanship and measured based upon how well tasks have been completed.

Receives detailed instructions as needed.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.

Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency : $80,000 - $110,000 annually.

Featured Benefits :

• Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions).
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting.
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family.
• And so much more!

Other Perks :

• On-site gym.
• Free electric car charging stations.
• Potential for growth within organization.
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture.

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