https://careers.niada.com Latest NIADA Career Center Jobs Tue, 03 Aug 2021 10:41:00 Z https://careers.niada.com/jobs/rss/15117259/purchasing-manager https://careers.niada.com/jobs/rss/15117259/purchasing-manager Seal Beach, California, PURCHASING MANAGER Be a part of a first rate team of professionals in a successful growing company. Our 40 th year leading the market in GM Muscle Car parts. We’re currently seeking a skilled purchasing professional to manage our Purchasing Department. The ideal candidate will possess the skill set to procure the right product at the right time, while analyzing all costs associated with the purchasing and inventory levels. JOB OVERVIEW To be successful in this role, you must be a self-starter who can thrive within a fast paced team environment of automotive enthusiasts, suppliers and manufacturers of fine automotive parts and accessories. It is helpful if candidate has some familiarity with the automotive aftermarket. Candidate will be part of cross functional team, working closely with Finance, Marketing, Sales, Sourcing and Warehouse employees as needed. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for overseeing the department and insuring costs are under control, quality & availability of product is consistent. Candidate’s primary function is to implement a purchasing strategy and schedule in line with company goals and requirements, while maintaining an adequate in-stock ratio of all product SKUs across all lines assigned to him or her. RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement effective enhanced purchasing strategies Manage other members of the purchasing team Build and maintain relationships with vendors Execute, review and process purchase orders Continuous evaluation of our suppliers and manufacturers in the automotive aftermarket based on quality, timeliness, and price Authorize payments and maintain detailed records (receipts, records and inventories) of ordered and received product Schedule deliveries and ensure timely fulfillment of orders Work closely with Warehouse Team to monitor inventory and determine supply needs Work with Sourcing Team to assist in evaluating new vendors with product offerings that will contribute to the growth and expansion of OPGI's product line Ensure quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise Interview prospect and existing vendors to learn about products, services and pricing; Including visits to Suppliers’ facilities as necessary Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best deals on behalf of the company Verify purchasing costs, and perform continuous comparison to prior costs Attend SEMA & other industry trade shows as necessary to learn and stay current on trends and to meet and greet suppliers Provide communication and transparency in order to provide status updates to ensure the efficient workflow among inter-departmental teams Keep up with current with purchasing technology trends and implementation, as necessary. REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 5 years Purchasing/Sourcing/Supply chain experience Minimum bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on procurement, Alternatively, a minimum 5 years relevant work experience (Buyer, Logistics, Planning, Etc.) Certifications helpful (Certified Purchasing Professional, Certified Professional Purchasing Manager) Automotive aftermarket/Auto Parts experience is recommended General understanding of ERP purchasing systems and functionality Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel) Analytical & Critical Mindset Must possess negotiation skills Ability to communicate effectively with domestic and foreign suppliers Bookkeeping/Accounting Experience related to purchasing/procurement functions Must possess a high level attention to detail, staying organized Supervisory experience. Ability to work in a team environment WORK HOURS & BENEFITS Medical Dental Vision 401K Employer Match Life Insurance   PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Physical Demands: Ability to sit continuously for over 2/3 of normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least 1/3 of the normal work shift.  Ability to talk or hear continuously.   Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 2/3 of the normal work shift.  Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl up to 1/3 of the normal work shift. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds for up to 1/3 of the normal work shift. Ability to climb stairs occasionally. Vision: Ability to see at close range (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less) Ability to see at a distance (clear or corrected vision at 20 feet or more). Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point (peripheral vision). Three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships (depth perception). Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus. Work Environment: Position is typically performed in the office environment with standard equipment and moderate noise levels (examples: computers, printers, fax, copiers, light traffic, and phone) Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:25:32 -0400 https://careers.niada.com/jobs/rss/15113243/sourcing-specialist https://careers.niada.com/jobs/rss/15113243/sourcing-specialist Seal Beach, California, JOB OVERVIEW To be successful in this role, you must be a self-starter who can thrive within a fast paced team environment of automotive enthusiasts. Candidate must have a general understanding & familiarity with the automotive aftermarket. Candidate will be part of cross functional team, working closely with Marketing, Sales, Purchasing and Warehouse employees when needed. The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for introducing new products into our integrated supply chain while also working closely with Marketing on product development and expansion. Candidate’s primary function is to research and acquire new products relevant to Original Parts Group’s business model. RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to research, contact and engage with suppliers and manufacturers in the automotive aftermarket, with an emphasis on, but not limited to, restoration and high-performance auto parts. Proactively seek out new vendors with product offerings that will contribute to the growth and expansion of OPGI's product line Maintain existing relationship with vendors/suppliers Write clear and error-free copy for product descriptions etc. Continually check in with current vendors on new product offerings, current product statuses and any other updates Perform investigative competitor pricing research Obtain & prepare sales, marketing & fitment data to migrate to catalogs and e-commerce (retail website environment). This would include automotive standardized product name, number, fitment data, photo if available and more Work closely with Marketing Product Data Team to ensure that new product submissions are prepped correctly for import Provide communication and transparency in order to provide status updates to ensure the efficient workflow among inter-departmental teams REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Automotive aftermarket/Auto Parts experience is required General understanding of ERP systems and functions Purchasing/Sourcing/Supply chain experience helpful but not a requirement Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel) Ability to stay organized and manage time High attention to detail Ability to work in different team environments as an individual contributor and a collaborator within cross-functional teams Understanding and working knowledge of ACES and PIES industry data preferred but not required High School Diploma or GED Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:36:55 -0400 https://careers.niada.com/jobs/rss/15074286/regional-sales-manager-los-angeles-south https://careers.niada.com/jobs/rss/15074286/regional-sales-manager-los-angeles-south Los Angeles, California, Regional Sales Manager – Automotive Lubricants and Additives LIQUI MOLY USA – Los Angeles South LIQUI MOLY is a leading manufacturer of OE type high quality motor oils, additives and other lubricant products with our headquarters located in Ulm, Germany.  Since 1957 we have supplied the German market place plus over 120 countries with innovative quality oils and additive products for the automotive, motorbike, marine and industrial markets.  In early 1992 we began our sales effort in the United States.  Within the past 12 years sales have increased significantly in the US and Canada and we need more team members with solid skill sets to join our team and continue the success. LIQUI MOLY USA currently seeks a qualified candidate for the Los Angeles - South region.  (south LA county/south of I-10 Freeway)  Join our team and you will work with people who think positive about the future and are upbeat about life. In this position, you will take an active part in the successful growth of our company.  Throughout this region, you will be responsible for sales growth, marketing efforts and business expansion.  With the opportunity to work independently, you are responsible for your own success. This job provides a competitive salary D.O.E., plus bonus. Also included is travel expense reimbursement, car allowance, fuel, laptop, cell phone, standard internet, 401K, health insurance, HSA account, paid vacation and holidays. ** This position is a home office-based assignment with expectations of employee living in a south LA county area address. Job Summary: You will be responsible for the following tasks: Develop sales strategies and increase the overall sales of LIQUI MOLY products Build new business relationships with business owners in the automotive aftermarket with distributors, service shops, fleets. Manage current customer partnerships with all channel levels and add new accounts. Record customer data into a CRM tool on a daily basis to then submit weekly reports Facilitate product and sales training for members and their dealer customers. Primary territory: South Los Angeles County – south of Highway I-10 Requirements: A minimum of 5-7 years experience in field sales management (preferably in lubricant products or automotive aftermarket) Self-motivated and enthusiastic with an upbeat selling style and energetic attitude Possess an entrepreneurial mindset in developing accounts in a consultative manner Ability to influence/negotiate through excellent verbal and written communication skills Efficient time management and exceptional organizational skills are required Must have strong presentation abilities to customers and to group audiences Have social media marketing skills or capability and desire to learn Be able to periodically work weekend industry events. Occasional overnight travel. Must reside within the Los Angeles south county metro area (south of I-10)   Must haves: Team player, trustworthy, reliable, respectful, confident, strong ethics-(professional/ personal) Ability to use MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point) Valid and clean driver’s license record Pass a back ground check Tue, 06 Jul 2021 15:14:01 -0400