Sr. Purchasing Manager, IT
Company: Via Transportation Inc
Location: Irvine
Posted on: February 19, 2021
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Job Description:
Rivian--is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever.
This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we
build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.-- As a
company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply
accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek
new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown.
Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the
outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.-- We
operate development centers in Plymouth, Michigan; Southern
California (Irvine, Carson & LA); Silicon Valley (San Jose and Palo
Alto); Vancouver, British Columbia; and Surrey, England; as well as
a manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois. Role Summary:-- Lead
RFI/ RFQ/ RFP and strategic sourcing process and own the
contractual process with suppliers by negotiating NDA's, General
Terms & Conditions and Statements of Work. Qualifications:-- --
Develop sourcing strategies by analyzing the supply base, market
conditions, and future technologies -- Identify potential
suppliers, analyze capabilities and develop commodity strategies
and roadmaps for Rivian Stakeholders -- Perform detailed analysis
of quotations based on cost breakdowns from supplier submissions --
Drive and implement continuous cost improvements through
negotiations to achieve operational cost targets -- Establish
strong supplier relationships and manage performance through the
creation of key performance metrics -- Manage departmental budgets
in collaboration with Rivian Finance team to ensure contracts are
on target -- Analyze current spend data in Indirect spend
commodities and find opportunities for cost reductions and supplier
consolidation -- Work closely alongside Stakeholders to meet their
technical requirements, execute against set milestones and track
sourcing progress Requirements: -- Bachelor's degree in Business,
Supply Chain, or Engineering -- 5+ years of relevant experience --
Expert negotiation experience in either Direct or Indirect
commodities -- Good interpersonal and communications skills -- High
level of integrity -- Analytical skills to ensure both internal and
external requests are fulfilled -- Attention to detail to ensure
that the sourcing criteria meets the Stakeholder's requirements --
Ability to work independently, multi-task and work in a fast-paced
environment -- Proficiency with SAP/Coupa, and Microsoft Office
applications, particularly Microsoft Excel Rivian is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of
Any Kind: Rivian is committed to the principle of equal employment
opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a
work environment free of discrimination and harassment.--All
employment decisions at Rivian are based on business needs, job
requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race,
color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other
status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where
we operate. Rivian will not tolerate discrimination or harassment
based on any of these characteristics. Rivian encourages applicants
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