Accelerated Leadership Development Program – Purchasing Path

Accelerated Leadership Development Program – Purchasing Path

Location:

Wooster, OH, US, 44691

Job Requisition ID: 20706

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

Schaeffler, a global motion technology company, is seeking eager Engineers for our facility in Wooster, OH. The ideal candidate would have a supply chain and purchasing interest. This is a two-year Accelerated Leadership Development Program that focuses on a Purchasing path comprised of four six-month rotations that provide cross-departmental exposure. Each rotation can be located at any of our facilities throughout the North America Region (USA, Mexico, and Canada), including the possibility for international rotations. The first rotation will start in Wooster, OH. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Wooster, OH is guaranteed.

In this Purchasing path, our accelerators…

Partner with a mentor who is a seasoned professional purchasing manager to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler

Gain knowledge alongside experts in areas such as purchasing processes, negotiation tactics, compliance, and business relations.

Plan, initiate, coordinate, and monitor business relations with dedicated suppliers

Implement purchasing strategies and effective negotiation tactics in assigned area.

Are trained based on the 70:20:10 model which emphasis a mixture of hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training

Are given training and tools to develop leadership skills

Present their rotation accomplishments at the end of each rotation front of the Executive Board, senior management, mentors, and supervisors

Receive company housing for the duration of the program (two years) and a competitive salary and benefits

Become equipped for your guaranteed Purchasing Buyer upon completion of the program

Your Qualifications

For this high-potential development program, we are looking for candidates who are ambitious, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about leadership and their professional growth.

Qualified candidates will have…

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering-related field

3.0 minimum GPA

At least two rotations of co-ops or internships

Strong purchasing experience

Strong negotiation, project management and problem-solving skills

Experience in leadership preferred

Self-motivated & driven to achieve results

Continuous improvement approach

Excellent organization and Communication skills

Willingness to relocate every 6 months

Our Offering

Company Housing during domestic and international rotations

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

15 Days’ Vacation plus Wellness Days

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Match Up To 6%

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement for Continuing Education

Employee Appreciation Events

See all our Benefits on www.schaefflerbenefits.com

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Your contact

Schaeffler Transmission, LLC

Sandy Annise Rice

18035782888

Keywords: Graduates; Engineer; Full-Time; Not Applicable; Administration, Services & Support; Supply Chain Management

Nearest Major Market: Canton

Nearest Secondary Market: Akron

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