Job Description

Requisition Summary

Negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR’s relationship with an assigned group of suppliers/commodities, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total quality, technology, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, logistics and total cost. Will have a significant role in PACCAR’s development of climate-friendly hybrid and electric vehicles. Commodity Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost. 

Job Functions/Responsibilities

Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance, enhanced product quality, innovative technology, and maximum PACCAR value 
Investigate and implement new technologies, especially those related to the electrification of vehicles and vehicle components.
Investigate and implement new procurement strategies and logistical opportunities.
Issue formal Requests For Information/Proposal/Quote (RFI’s, RFP’s, and RFQ’s), analyze supplier responses, and select suppliers that meet or exceed PACCAR’s requirements.
Collaborate with PACCAR personnel/operations worldwide to successfully develop and execute global supply-chain, commodity, and technology strategies.
Communicate and conduct meetings and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel at all management levels.
Travel to supplier locations in order to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and resolve chronic supply and quality issues.
Travel to PACCAR’s global operating locations in support of the above activities. 
Negotiate long-term supply, development, proof-of-concept, and warranty agreements.

Qualifications & Skills

Minimum 3 years of purchasing, engineering, materials or related PACCAR experience.
Experience with Vehicle electronics, electrification, or related fields a plus
Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
Creative, quality and results-driven work ethic.
Proven negotiation and strong analytical skills.
Strong PC skills (Excel, Word, Access, & PowerPoint).
Experience with electronics, electrification, or related fields a plus.
Project team participation and/or project management.

 Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required.
MBA preferred.

Benefits

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

Medical, Dental and Vision plan options
Flexible spending accounts and health savings account
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
12 paid holidays, sick and vacation time
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid short-and long-term disability program
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more