ABOUT Re:Car dba SLATE
Re:Car dba SLATE, is a new US company that is exploring development in the electric vehicle space.
Who we are looking for:
Re:Car dba SLATE is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced Logistics Buyer to join our growing team that brings a “roll up the sleeves” approach to getting things done, as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast, frugal, scrappy, and fun. Important skills include accountability, strategic thinking, relationship building, business case analysis, and negotiation.
What you get to do:
The Logistic Buyer will be developing a strategic supply base, leading supplier commercial negotiations, managing supplier RFIs, RFQs, and commercial agreements, managing our sourcing process to meet program cost targets, deliverables and Job 1 timing, quote and negotiate pricing with logistic suppliers.This position will focus on inbound logistic strategies, assist in the resolution of cost, quality, and delivery issues affecting the factory, work together with system de development, quality, and other purchasing teams to leverage, develop strategies and implement solutions, meet cost target associated with BOM, identify and implement cost reductions, drive quality with suppliers, ensure supplier adherence to Car dba SLATE Global Terms and Conditions, analysis of data from a variety of internal and external sources to deliver the best value, communicate risks and priorities as needed to ensure resolution.
Logistics experience with hazardous automotive materials is a good-to-have to be successful in this role. This will include lithium-ion battery modules.
The Logistic Buyer ideally has 2+ years of experience with international shipments; understanding this process end-to-end, including HTS codes, tariff rates and business strategies around how to optimize these activities. Having a deep understanding of customs brokerage & continuous bonds is also something we are seeking.
What you bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3+ years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering
- 2+ years of experience with international shipments preferred(automotive industry preferred)
- Experience purchasing logistics commodities is preferred
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
- Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency
- Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation – i.e., SAP, Plex
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
- High level of integrity
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate
- Re:Car dba SLATE is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure, and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
- Re:Car dba SLATE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto or (813) 468-7257.
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