Plant Purchasing Lead

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

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DRiV is the aftermarket business group of Tenneco - DRiV website

JOB SUMMARY:

The Plant Purchasing Lead will report directly to the Senior Buyer for NA Steering & Suspension.  The PPL will support the SB by covering day-to-day tasks. Due to the nature of this role, there will be both structured work/expectations and ad hoc requests.  The ability to manage through ambiguity and uncertainty—and to solve problems impacting quality, cost and delivery—is key to the success of the SB and the broader team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Send Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to suppliers.
• System Updates and Purchasing View Maintenance in SAP.
• Weekly PPVs. Review invoices with issues or on hold to move forward for payment.
• Downloading info from internal systems for RFQ’s to send to suppliers, while tracking and entering quotes.
• Support Senior Buyer and Purchasing Manager as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting or Economics preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years of experience in Purchasing, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance or any role with comparable requirements to those described above.

REQUIREMENTS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must be fluent in English and able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Solid computer skills with a thorough knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated experience working both independently and in a team-oriented environment;
• Demonstrated ability to build strong external and internal relationships; deliver solutions that gain the confidence of stakeholders and team members;
• Ability to effectively prioritize, organize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment;
• Ability to travel to suppliers, domestically or internationally, and to other DRiV facilities.  Travel requirements are flexible, though will not typically exceed 1-2 weeks per month.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Other Duties: Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may be required