Specific requirements:

This role will manage procurement ofproduction equipment and assembly tooling supporting the YF Interiors Business Unit and operationsfor US, Canada, and MX. The selected individual should have completed a minimum of 4-yearbachelor’s degree in manufacturing, supply chain, engineering (or similar), and understand basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and plastic injection molding.  This isa role w/in technical procurement, so someone with a solid technical aptitude or at minimum a strong technical interest. Typically such a role is filled by Sr. Engineers, buyers, etc with 5-15 years (minimum) experience.  Since the role will be in MX, the candidate must befluent in both Spanish as well as English both speaking as well as writing. YF has many plant locations in MX.  It is important the candidate lives near a YF plant or Tech Center in order to meet the current 5 days per week MX-based expectations. 

Key Responsibilities:

Support Interiors and YFAI operations with procurement ofcapital equipment and assembly tooling for new programs and replacement, rebuild and upgrade of existing production equipment. As required, support cost estimates of equipment and assembly tooling for new business bids, working with program teams and operations personnel. Identify and select key suppliers for assembly equipment, and tooling.  Key focus will be consideringsupplier technical and program management capability, competitive pricing, and supplier financial health. Work with engineers from Operations and program teams to select the optimal production processes for new business. Prepare and submit Requests For Quote(s) (RFQ), negotiate,source new equipment and assembly tooling. Support ongoing operations by selecting and sourcing suppliers for equipment refurbishment, rebuild and upgrades. Comply with YFAI Purchasing policies and procedures, as well as legal & ethical obligations. Perform supplierdevelopment activities and new supplier assessments. As required, engage and support specific global commodities w/in EU and China.