ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

A. Participates in development of commodity strategy for required commodities. This includes participation in supplier classifications based upon standard rating process, development of five year strategic road maps to successfully execute the strategy (including capital required, cost out, inflation, currency and risk).
B. Evaluates social, economic, and governmental information to determine the risks and opportunities regarding global sourcing (i.e., tariffs, dumping duties, exchange rates, etc.).
C. Decides/participates in supplier selection for material/component requirements. Work with all other Departments to assure Eaton's customer approval on a timely basis.
D. Completes negotiations with suppliers regarding price, terms, quality, tooling, etc. Develop and negotiate supply agreements when needed. Negotiate consignment and/or Kanban set up with supply base to assist with inventory days on hand.
E. Participates in the activities (i.e., PPAP, supplier approval process, specification/print development when necessary, trials, etc.) during supplier start-up. Coordinate cost estimating and design parameters for new projects and products.
F. Coordinates the exchange of technical information regarding product and product processing with adequate safeguards for confidentiality.
G. Negotiates resolution (as required) of Eaton claims (i.e., cost, time, rework, scrap, and labor, sorting charges) with suppliers regarding non-conforming material.
H. Participates in teams working towards continuous process improvements, elimination of waste, simultaneous engineering, and advanced product quality planning.
I. Supports the corporate sponsored IDEAS program and its associated activities and tools.
J. Develops productive relationships with others in Supply Chain Management, mentoring, teaching and training.
K. Complies with Eaton standardize SCM process and policies both locally and at the corporate level.
L. Locates and develops new suppliers to improve the capability of Eaton's supply base.
M. Identify and execute cost reduction projects in accordance with the annual individual Apex target.
N. Identify and execute inventory reduction projects to maintain inventory levels at the established targets.
O. Maintain invoices on hold below 10 at any giving time.
P. Maintain system parameters updated at all times. #LI-DG2

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business ,purchasing, logistics or similar
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role: purchasing, planning & supply chain management

• Manufacturing industry background MUST
• Understanding of key financial metrics
• Knowledge and skills in MRP, MRPII, JIT, Lean Mfg., Kan Ban, Vendor Managed Inventory
• Knowledge and experience with SAP and Oracle.

• Fully Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

Skills:

• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills
• Contract Negotiating Skills
• Blueprint reading skills
• Knowledge of plastics injection molding industry
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Makes Decisions/ Solves Problems. Identifies and raises issues and problems in a constructive manner. Uses sound analytical thinking to develop innovative solutions/recommendations that address problems/issues and achieve desired results.
• Drives for results. Commits to making a difference and adding personal value by continuously raising personal standards and striving for superior performance. Strives to go beyond what is expected.
• Promotes & Champions Change. Understands that change is required if Eaton is to remain successful and competitive. Challenges the status quo and champions new and innovative ideas. Is flexible, adaptable and demonstrate a willingness to change.
• Pursues Personal Development. Learns from past experiences and applies learning's to current situation to improve performance.
• Demonstrate a collaborative style. Builds collaborative relationships with people within or outside own function.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.