Blue Bird is a technology leader and innovator of school buses, and this role is responsible for managing the procurement process to ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services.
Requirements
- Managing multiple suppliers and strategies In Chassis and Suspension Commodities using all-encompassing purchasing tactics
- Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify potential suppliers
- Developing and implementing sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality and delivery
- Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable commercial conditions and capacity
- Managing supplier relationships and performance to drive continuous improvement
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand sourcing needs and requirements
- Monitoring market trends and industry development to identify opportunities for efficiencies and/or risk management
- Developing cost control, change control, and parts and service support for goods and services procured
- Management of piece price and supplier data within EDI system
- Management of program and project launches within specified commodity
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 14 paid holidays
- Vacation time
- 401k matching