Assistant Director - Fabrication

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 high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also 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!

Responsible for the supervision and development of Commodity Managers in support of Fabrication goals.
This position can be located in Denton, TX or Bellevue, WA

Responsible for negotiating and managing all aspects of PACCAR s relationship with a group of suppliers, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total cost, technology, delivery, raw material supply chain, customer service, aftermarket support, logistics and quality. Perform competitive market-tests, conduct contract/price negotiations, support division/plant purchasing related programs, and manage supplier relationships. Provide stand-in support for Director of Purchasing.

5-12 years of purchasing, engineering, or related experience - commercial transportation, heavy equipment, or automotive experience is a plus.
Experience with original equipment part purchasing, design, manufacturing, and/or supply chain management.
Supervisory experience including demonstrated leadership to accomplish corporate objectives.
Proven negotiation and strong analytical skills.
Creative, quality and results-driven work ethic.
Project Team participation and/or Project Management.
Excellent communication skills written, verbal, & presentation.
PC skills (Word, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint).
Able to travel (domestic and international).
Experience with metal manufacturing process a plus
Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
Masters or MBA preferred.

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PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.