Sr. Purchasing Category Specialist, Chassis and Suspension

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