Program Buyer

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Program Buyer within our Purchasingteam to help support our Automotive business. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! In fact, in 2019, we were named as one of GM’s “Supplier of the Year” recipients. Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Program Buyer you will have the opportunity to contribute within a Program Core Team. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by providing the team with reliable cost information for potential new orders and projects in the development phase. The team you will be working with is collaborative, and values the challenges of todays’ supply chain.

So, what will you be doing as a Program Buyer?

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  Under the direction of the Category Manager, you will work to execute the purchasing strategy within assigned programs
• As a member of the Program Core Team, you will work to achieve all key program deliverables (cost, quality, schedule, service, etc.)
• Responsible for preparing and presenting procurement documentation
• Identify and implement supplier cost reduction initiatives
• Manage the interface between the program team and suppliers and work closely with Category Management to integrate suppliers as early as possible
• Work closely with selected suppliers to develop improvement opportunities (design / cost)
• Manage cost and schedule during product development in close coordination with supplier development
• Provide necessary support, information and updates to the project team

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

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  Masters or Bachelors degree in a Technical function, or relevant experience
• First professional experience in international procurement of technical products / components in the automotive industry
• Good communication skills and excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and with a strong solution orientation in global teams
• Fluency in English is mandatory
• Customer-oriented thinking and acting as well as high adherence to delivery dates
• Understanding of processes according to ISO 9001 / IATF 16949, VDA 6.3
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes and experience in interpreting and analyzing a CBD
• Willingness to travel internationally and intercultural understanding
• Good knowledge of MS Office tools

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available. If you require assistance completing an application, please contact our team at careers@leggett.com

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We’re actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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