BUYER II

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Buyer II for our Superior Township, MI facility. This position manages a variety of purchasing activities for R&D teams, including vendor communications, RFQ coordination, purchase order management, and budget review support. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and analytical skills and be able to effectively coordinate between internal stakeholders and vendors to support project and operational needs. This role also works closely with the Finance team on cost and budget-related matters.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Coordinate and facilitate the HATCI purchasing process, including reviewing Purchase Requisitions (PRs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and issuing Purchase Orders (POs).
• Collaborate closely with engineering and internal departments to support procurement requirements and provide clear guidance on purchasing policies and procedures.
• Support the development of sourcing strategies and execute RFQ processes, including bidder selection, Scope of Work (SOW) alignment, quotation review, and pricing analysis.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through competitive bidding, vendor negotiations, and spend analysis.
• Research, qualify, and onboard vendors to support operational and project needs while maintaining positive vendor relationships.
• Monitor vendor performance and assist in resolving issues related to quality, delivery, invoicing, and service concerns.
• Coordinate contractor and professional service sourcing activities, including competitive bidding, staffing agency selection, rate analysis, contract administration, and onboarding support.
• Review vendor quotations and agreements to ensure compliance with company requirements, commercial objectives, and applicable terms.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, HR, and internal stakeholders on purchasing, contractor, and contractual matters.
• Support purchasing audits and compliance reviews while contributing to continuous improvements in purchasing processes and systems.
• Prepare and analyze reports related to purchasing activities, open PO status, spend analysis, and cost savings.
• Coordinate fixed asset disposal and asset sale activities in accordance with company policies.
• Provide guidance and support to Purchasing Assistants and other team members as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Travel up to 10% as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• 2-4 years of experience in purchasing, supplier management, or related field
• Purchasing experience with indirect procurement, services, contractor sourcing, and/or capital equipment purchasing.
• Experience managing RFQ processes, competitive bidding events, supplier selection, and vendor management activities.
• Ability to analyze quotations, contracts, supplier proposals, and purchasing data to support business decisions.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new processes and effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency in SAP, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Engineering, Finance, Legal, and other internal stakeholders.
• Conducts all activities with the Highest Integrity.

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

OTHER DETAILS

Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.