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Commodity Buyer II
Sumitomo Electric GroupEl Paso, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Mar 2026
About the role
SEWS—El Paso Customer Service Center (Eastside)Job Title Commodity Buyer II Commodity Buyer focuses on commercial matters, efficiency, and cost reduction negotiations while supporting our supply chain within WH Division and other Divisions as needed. Ideal candidate should be self-motivated, driven, and able to take the lead in learning processes and systems, meeting with suppliers, and proactively seeking cost reductions. Buyer will support all functions of the Wire Harness Purchasing Department as determined by management Job Duties and Responsibilities
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
- RFQ, analyze tool quotes. Submit ML(Maker Layout) to management for review. Support in kick off new tools to suppliers. Review program / tooling timing with DE, CEG, and suppliers.
- Request for quotation (RFQ) to raw material suppliers. Manage price entry files for assigned parts.
- Negotiate yearly cost reduction with assigned vendors. Review of VA/VE cost savings ideas and coordinate with DE, QA, and other related departments as needed.
- NCL (New Component List review traceability) daily review of RFQ needed parts for system registration. Enter new prices in IPS and/or BPCS.
- Review of monthly supplier scorecard and coordination of QCD review with supplier and pertinent suppliers as needed.
- Analyze price comparison, logistics route, MOQ, etc. Maintain procurement records, parts, tooling, or purchase services
- Understand OEM/Internal Customer requirements and source business based on supplier base resources.
- Review supply base financial information (D&B) on monthly basis. Maintain and track invoice control to ensure payment on time to vendors
- Maintain and track invoice control to ensure payment on time to vendors
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor's Degree in Business related field and or 3-5 years of strong Purchasing/Planning background.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, (Strong Excel)
- Able to work in a team first environment.
- Regular travel required
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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