Buyer I

The Buyer I will:

The overall most cost effective sourcing of MRO parts for the Plant in agreement with the overall targets of the PLT and TT Division.  The sourcing responsibility incorporates all indirect material necessary for the tire production, including but not limited to Standard Spare Parts and resulting electrical and mechanical repair services for those parts and components.  This function is responsible for all purchases on the local level for assigned categories and spend limits.

1. Responsibility for preparation, lead and conclusion of negotiations for local/plant related MRO & services demands including decision-making, MM (IR/SL) setup or maintenance, order placement, and documentation in accordance with the internal guidelines.
2. Under the above mentioned responsibilities the following activities need to be carried out to meet the given targets:
3. Analyze the vendor market
4. Implementation of the local supplier and purchasing strategy in line with the strategies of the central purchasing departments.  Focus is in the total cost of the purchasing activities.
5. Identify and develop suppliers under the sourcing strategy.  This includes the evaluation of suppliers, visits and audits if necessary.
6. Implement frame/consignment contracts whenever reasonable.
7. Follow through on warranty, logistics, and invoicing related issues.
8. Lead negotiations for claim handling
9. Cooperate with the central purchasing departments for:
10. Planning and communication of the plant’s budgeted replacement projects for standard parts
11. Interface to MRO Central Team to support on CEOS catalog adjustments, pricing agreements (local/regional/global)
12. Information about local suppliers
13. Knowledge transfer about special country regulations
14. Follow up of payments
15. Cooperate with the plants needs for:
16. Attend meetings and be an integral part of project teams as requested as they pertain to MRO matters.
17. Assist/support storeroom personnel in matters pertaining to stock, stock count, warranties, SAP issues including various programs utilized (i.e. consignment, stocking agreements, scheduling agreements, repair and exchanges programs)
18. Assist with local issues pertaining to goods receipts, invoices and their discrepancies within SAP
19. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in related field
• Three years of relevant experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.
• No relocation assistance is offered for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in NPM purchasing

ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes. 
• The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. Majority of work completed in a high heat environment.
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided. 

THE PERKS 

• Immediate Benefits 
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Employer 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

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The expected annual starting salary for this role is $58,910 a year.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.