Position Specification:
Divergent 3D aims to revolutionize the auto industry through 3D printing. Our patented production system incorporates Nodes - 3D printed metal connectors - with lightweight materials to create strong and efficient complex structures. Divergent 3D's technology eliminates tooling and drives radical innovation, capital reduction, and sustainability in vehicle manufacturing. We put a powerful new set of tools into the hands of creative innovators, enabling success in the auto industry for a new generation. Our engineering prototype, Blade, is the world's first 3D printed supercar. http://www.divergent3d.com/
You will be working for an organization that values a strong collaboration between all Operations functions to ensure we are designing optimal manufacturing processes that are safe, cost effective, reliable and maintainable.
Position Objectives
• Support global sourcing effort by optimizing cost and terms for all purchases. A strong negotiator able to manage multiple quotes, complex offers and SOW, to obtain the best purchasing terms, including payment schedule, payment terms, lead time, warranty, et.
• Procures for inventory and non-inventory purposes all necessary materials, parts and services, ensuring timely delivery, high quality, and cost-effective pricing to meet customer commitments and desired inventory stock levels
• Through comprehensive long-term supplier agreements and purchase order management, ensures the flow-down of contractually mandated and license-required terms to every supplier to which such terms apply
• Establishes and nurtures effective supplier relationships, including the proactive communication of company priorities and evolving product needs
Required Experience
• Skilled at negotiation and networking
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (highly desired)
• Proficient in using and managing relevant modules of MRP/ERP systems
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communications, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proven working experience as a purchasing manager, sourcing and supplier management
• Interest in market dynamics along with a keen business sense