Procurement Assistant Manager

1. Develop supplier strategies by commodity, including primary and secondary suppliers, to support supply continuity and business requirements.
2. Control supplier delivery plans and material flow to keep inventory within targeted levels and support production requirements.
3. Assess material availability and identify potential shortage risks, then propose mitigation and control plans to the Supply Chain Manager.
4. Build and strengthen long-term supplier relationships to support business objectives and supply performance.
5. •Apply a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, including:
o • Procurement and Cost Management
o • Planning and Scheduling
o • Manufacturing Processes and Systems
o • Logistics and Supply Chain
6. Coordinate with Quality Engineering to support the implementation and compliance of product quality requirements at suppliers.
7. Collaborate with Production Engineering to support tooling readiness, product readiness, and production timelines in line with Nextern requirements.
8. Negotiate with suppliers to control and justify product and tooling costs, lead times, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
9. Prioritize supplier production schedules and negotiate capacity allocation to meet Nextern production requirements.
10. Communicate timely and accurately with the Corporate Office and Senior Management on supplier production status, delivery performance, operational issues, and significant changes that may impact on the business.
11. Validate tooling and product invoices to confirm pricing, quantities, and charges are accurate and properly supported.
12. Evaluate supplier quotations to verify pricing, lead times, materials, tooling, and other commercial terms are accurate and justified.
13. Respond to emails, requests, and assigned tasks accurately and within the required timeframe.
14. Coordinate daily supplier production priorities based on requirements from the Corporate Office.
15. Reconcile month-end supplier statements with product deliveries and outstanding accounts payable in coordination with Finance/Accounting.
16. Comply with company policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined in the Employee Handbook, as amended or replaced from time to time.
17. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager.
Knowledge, And Skills
1. Problem Solving - Identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective solutions.
2. Decision Making - Make timely, value-added decisions based on business priorities and risks.
3. Strategic Thinking - Develop effective strategies and action plans to address business and supplier challenges.
4. Communication Skills - Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders and manage conflicts effectively.
5. Negotiation Skills - Conduct negotiations to achieve competitive cost, quality, delivery, and commercial terms while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
6. Ethics & Integrity - Demonstrate good judgment and conduct business in accordance with company policies and ethical standards.