Job Description
Overview
Support sourcing of components, assemblies, and tooling as directed in support of New Product Development/Cost Reduction/Supply Improvement projects. Need to balance the required quality, cost, lead time, and term requirements while successfully delivering to project requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manage purchasing activities involved with initial phases of new product qualification and introduction.
- Function as Project Manager for purchasing and supplier related activities for North America Milwaukee Tool facilities.
- Prepare and execute RFP/RFQ's and analyze quotations.
- Communicate opportunities identified with suppliers for alternate manufacturing processes, designs, and materials to reduce cost with cross-functional teams.
- Support the development, review and approval of supplier selection criteria using the standardized process/tools for New Product Development projects.
- Provide ongoin...