Introduction to AM General AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work with Material Integration and Materials activity to ensure clear identification of order requirements. Understand supplier capability to ensure optimal sourcing decisions to meet best quality, cost and delivery requirements. Compare competitive quotes for best value and negotiate cost with suppliers. Work collaboratively with Aftermarket group to understand buying strategies and maximize opportunities for cost reduction/control and execute commodity strategies as established by the team. Work with SCM supplier development and Aftermarket/Advanced/Commercial groups to identify/develop potential suppliers. Complete file documentation to ensure determination of fair and reasonable pricing. Source complex components/assemblies through issuance of contracts and purchase orders to supply base in support of order requirements. Support bid/proposal process by obtaining competitive quotes, whenever possible, from supply base. Enter and maintain all information in SAP. Support AMGBOS by identifying cost avoidance/reduction opportunities and participating in continuous improvement of processes and tools. Maintain production supply base at an optimal level. Drive creation of commodity strategies for production sourcing direction, with involvement of Aftermarket group for shared commodities. Mentor/provide training to buyers and provide assistance to manager, as required. Participate in a Rapid Improvement Event (RIE) for process improvement. Interface with other cross-functional activities/departments. Execute administrative duties, as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE BA/BS degree required in a related field (Supply Management and/or Business). MBA, CPSM, and/or CPSD preferred. 3-5 years experience required. Strong computer and communication skills required (Word, Excel, Project, SAP). Teamwork skills required. Analytical thinking, negotiating, and problem solving skills required. Willingness to do limited travel (10% - 50%). PHYSICAL EFFORT Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity so as to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner. This includes regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate. Hand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate ones eyes with ones fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks. Manual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls. Agility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks. This includes the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Companys property surrounding facility, or additional work areas. Climbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance. Lifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance. Physical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arm