Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Siemens is looking for a strategy procurement engineer for their grand prairie, tx locationThis person will be responsible for the early involvement of procurement and suppliers in the product development/manufacturing process as well as monitoring current products in order to minimize the overall costsTaking account of the interface partner functions for (product) developmentQuality, logistics and material group management (commodity management) as information interchange and assisting in selecting the most efficient suppliers.
*for the right person with the required skills, remote working will be considered*
Responsibilities
1Early procurement involvement:
Engage in preliminary developmentBe actively involved in the product development/manufacturing process as well as undertaking and pushing forward cost reduction measures (design to cost, target costing, standardization, key data, etc.) to achieve the target costs for materials and reduce the overall material costs by fulfilling the necessary functionsClosely align with r&d community in the bu and procurement (commodity managers, buyers)
2Early supplier integration:
Include suppliers and conduct cost-benefit analysis workshops, innovation workshops and concept competitions with key suppliers in order to concentrate on the key functions of the components/projectsOptimize material cost through dtcReviews material cost target.
3Analysis:
Initiate market observation, conduct and provide market information/analyses on international technology and price trends in order to obtain new suppliers and new technologies in the supply chain.
4Alignment of technology roadmaps:
Introduce and follow up given cross-functional procurement strategies to ensure the linkage of commodity strategies and technological market trends.
5Strategy alignment:
Support activities planned by the lines of business in order to harmonize and implement the technological line-of-business strategies with procurement strategiesSupports core/non-core initiativesParticipates sourcing strategy development with commodity team.
6Strategy deployment:
Drive sourcing decisions with interface partners in order to incorporate technological knowhow and safeguard security strategiesDrives cross-functional sourcing concept.
7Business support:
Be involved in and provide corresponding support for projects in lines of business in order to provide optimum input for quotes, workshops, scope of material (bom assessment) and realization of potential for savings in the project.
8Supplier management:
Technology assess and develop suppliers from the technological standpoint (if necessary, jointly with interface partners) in order to concentrate on the best suppliers.
9Knowledge management:
Participate in workgroups and work in projects in order to stay informed and keep and others informed and exert influence at an early stage.
10Supplier innovation
Maintains a strong internal (e.gWith product portfolio management) and external (e.gSuppliers) innovation network, to foster value creation through supplier innovations for siemens and hence its customersAble to define and implement appropriate material field and related supplier strategies, e.gDevelopment partnerships with highly innovative suppliers.
11Risk mitigation
Applies preventive methods aimed at risk minimizationDesigns, maintains and improves specific requirements, specification and concepts based on supplier categorization.
12Supplier integration
Coordinates product/service qualifications and approvals based on specific requirements / specifications (ready to order)
Requirements:
1Bs in engineering/beng in a related discipline, advanced degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2Industry experience within a mechanical and electrical component manufacturing business
35 - 10 years in procurement with experience in supplier interfacing, communication with supplier
4Ability to discuss designs with supplier to optimize designs for manufacture
5Ability to analyze material cost breakdowns and accuracy based on market values through strong analytical skills
6This position requires employees to be fully vaccinated against covid-19 unless they are granted a medical or religious exemption.
7Advanced technical skills assessing supplier capabilities
8Global mindset & good networking skills
9Self-determined and goal oriented, strategic, proactive and team player with the drive to implement changes.
10Good negotiation skills
Individual must possess a valid driver`s license in good standing.
Individual must be at least 21 years of age in order to participate in the required siemens vehicle plan.
Cross functional internal & external customers - not limited to:
R&d
Quality
Production
Finance
Logistics
Product divisions
Project management
Cm/buyer
Suppliers
Corporate technology (advanced development)
Exhibitions / trade fairs
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the united states without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Organization: smart infrastructure
Company: siemens industry, inc.
Experience level: experienced professional
Job type: full-time
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