Order Ref: 56511 Position Title: Direct Commodity Buyer Duration: 12 Month Contract Location: Dunton, Essex Position Description:Direct Commodity Buyer - Powertrain ComponentsA great opportunity to work in commodity purchase with a supply base facing unprecedented levels of change with the move from internal combustion engines to EV/AV.Sourcing - Develop sourcing strategies looking at the transition from ICE to BEV to leverage best value outcomes for the business in value, quality, efficiency and capability with a financially stable and optimal supply base.Perform benchmarking activities such as market tests to create/maintain a world-class supply base and follow sourcing processesComplete sourcing documentation in line with program timing and cost targetsPlace production purchase / tool orders in line with purchasing procedureEnsure suppliers have sufficient installed capacity to support Client volumes Skills Required:Quality - Monitor supplier quality performance versus Client expectation (working with Supplier Technical Assistance)Cost - Drive supplier performance to deliver non-design / design annual part cost reduction targetsLead cost recovery actions (e.g. warranty claims, supplier overpayments etc.)Manage Cost and Design Targets with cross functional teamWork with Cost Estimating to identify commercial opportunities based on supplier part cost breakdowns and Optimal Cost Estimates (OCEs)Handle Raw Material negotiations and support distressed supplier management Skill