Purchasing Buyer

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We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 80 locations in 19 countries.

If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.

You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.

BorgWarner is currently looking for a “dynamic, results-driven” individual to join as a Buyer to the Power Drive Systems Changnyeong (PDS CN).

In this role, and under direct supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for the sub-components (Castings, Sub-assemblies, Magnets, Plastics, Commutators/Slip rings, Stampings, Forgings, Rubbers etc.) for eMotors, Starters and Alternators.

Key Accountabilities

• RFQ & Supplier review/Negotiation/Sourcing works for new parts and design change for inhouse production as well as intercompany
• Well understanding of manufacturing process of Car components and global sourcing process
• Global communication skills
  • Communication with Global Commodity Manager (GCM) and overseas suppliers
• Monitoring responsible suppliers for financing status & reputations and support PC&L/Quality team
• Cost estimation for new business opportunities
• SAP user
• Cost saving activities through yearly step-down pricing (AIF), process improvement and resourcing, etc
• Potential supplier survey and monitoring exist supplier competitiveness
• Managing floating price for raw materials/currency
• Supporting Sales team for customer request/survey

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering/commerce related is required.
• Over 3~15 years related work experience (in the automotive industry or other manufacturing industry) and/or new recruit
• Must have a good organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Preference to applicant with experience in the below

  A. Good English skill

  B. Good computer skills in Microsoft Office products.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. 

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