BUYER - INDIRECT MATERIALS & SERVICES

Bring your talents, ambition and a willingness to work hard. We'll provide training, challenging assignments, an array of business tools, and opportunities for advancement. Together, these qualities add up to rewarding careers at a global organization dedicated to providing cleaner, quieter and safer transportation.

Tenneco, Inc. (NYSE:TEN) is a $6.2 billion global manufacturing company based in Lake Forest, IL with 20,000 employees worldwide.  The company is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and distributors of automotive emission control and ride control products and systems for the automotive original equipment market and the aftermarket.  We are seeking an experienced 
BUYER - INDIRECT MATERIALS & SERVICES at our facility in Monroe, MI.

Position Summary:

Responsible for sourcing, negotiation, administration and implementation of supply agreements for Indirect Materials & Services initiatives including various MRO commodities, integrated supply and capital. Responsibilities include leading cross functional teams, determining Tenneco needs across facilities, researching commodity best practices, developing and executing of sourcing strategies and negotiating of multi-year agreements providing the lowest total cost.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:Identifies opportunities for Tenneco to leverage volumes on selected commodities to obtain the lowest total cost of materials and services. Collect data on plant volumes and spend, determines service and quality requirements, researches potential sources, solicits proposals, analyzes, and makes sourcing recommendations. Lead cross functional sourcing teams and develop strategies to exceed operational requirements. Negotiate long term agreements and actively participate in global negotiations where applicable. Support the development and align respective suppliers with published commodity strategies. Assist Tenneco sites in successful implementation of LTA’s and insure resolution of open issues. Analyze supplier proposals, negotiate pricing, terms and value added services. Develop and monitor supplier performance to metrics established. Manage supplier productivity programs for assigned commodities and work with the manufacturing plants to reduce Tenneco’s overall cost of doing business. Maintain compliance to purchasing policies and procedures. Provide appropriate reports and analysis as required. Interface and assist plants with capital and tooling acquisitions. Maintains records of cost savings achieved in the TVM system.

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Business or technical discipline, or equivalent work experience. Minimum five years experience in Supply Chain Management or related work environment. Strong team player with ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams. Excellent PC skills (spreadsheets and mainframe systems); familiarity with SAP desirable. Proven communication skills both verbal and written. Customer service oriented; responsive to needs of internal customers & suppliers. Willing to travel, as required (estimate 15%). Strong project management skills Motivated, self-starter, works independently to identify opportunities, design a solid business case, and sell ideas / plans to a diverse user group. Prior capital equipment and tooling acquisition experience preferred.

LOCAL CANDIDATES WILL BE GIVEN FIRST CONSIDERATION.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!!

Apply online at www.tenneco.com/careers

Tracking Code: 172721-846

Tenneco is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V