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PACCAR Inc. Procurement Consultant - Advanced Vehicle Systems Job in Clyde Hill, Washington
Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started! Requisition Summary The Procurement Consultant of Advance Vehicle Systems role includes the development of procurement strategies for vehicle-related hardware or software and is responsible for supporting internal business units, functional groups, and associated stakeholders to execute strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management initiatives. Responsibilities include the development of negotiation and management strategies of all aspects of PACCAR's commercial relationship with the assigned group of advanced vehicle technology suppliers. This role includes recommending strategies regarding contractual requirements to meet the company's goals of quality, technology, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, logistics and total cost.Strategies developed by this role will have a significant impact in PACCAR's development of connected, autonomous, hybrid and electric vehicles. Job Functions / Responsibilities Develop strategies resulting in maximum PACCAR value through key supplier selection, enhanced product quality, innovative technology and improved supply chain performance. Prepare recommendations for PACCAR management worldwide to successfully develop and execute global supply-chain, commodity, and technology strategies. Investigate and propose new technology strategies related to autonomous and electrification vehicles; batteries, battery management system, enclosures, and battery cells . Investigate and propose new procurement strategies and logistical opportunities. Analyze suppliercapabilities and propose suppliers that meet or exceed PACCAR's requirements. Communicate and conduct meetings and formal presentations with management. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, organizational policies and business requirements are met, collaborate with stakeholders to develop negotiation strategies. Travel to supplier locations in order to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities for improving manufacturing efficiencies, and propose solutions to resolve chronic supply and quality issues. Travel to PACCAR's global operating locations to develop strategies for the above activities Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing, marketing, engineering, materials, or related PACCAR experience Identify negotiation strategies and pertinent cost drivers for hardware and software commodities Ability to monitor and report on the progress of negotiations and advise management on best practices, strategies, and solutions Provide expertise with the sourcing of components related to autonomous, battery electric vehicles, and/or fuel cell vehicles, or related fields Excellent written/verbal communication skills Creative, quality and results-driven work ethic Strong PC skills (Excel, Word, Access, & PowerPoint) Project team participation and/or project management BA degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field, MBA preferred #LI-MH1 Benefits As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full