Accessories Buyer

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

Slate is looking for an energetic organized experienced Accessories Buyer to join our growing team that brings a roll up the sleeves approach to getting things done as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast frugal scrappy and fun. Important skills include accountability critical thinking relationship building business analysis and negotiation.

We are not providing Visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

• Develop a strategic supply base lead supplier commercial negotiations manage supplier RFIs RFQs and commercial agreements
• Manage sourcing process to meet program cost targets deliverables and Job 1 timing
• Quote and negotiate pricing with suppliers for the purchase of vehicle accessories exterior interior and tech
• Assist in the resolution of cost quality and delivery issues affecting the supply work together with product development quality and other purchasing teams to leverage
• Develop strategies and implement solutions meet cost targets
• Identify and implement cost reductions drive quality with suppliers
• Ensure supplier adherence to our Global Terms and Conditions
• Analysis of data from a variety of internal and external sources to deliver the best value
• Communicate risks and priorities as needed to ensure resolution

• Bachelors degree
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering
• Preferred experience with accessories
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency
• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation i.e. SAP Plex
• Strong analytical interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of integrity
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced start-up environment

At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast Frugal and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1