Senior Automotive Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Cost Savings
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A leading manufacturing company in Detroit is seeking an Advanced Buyer with over 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment. The role involves managing sourcing activities, negotiating supplier agreements, and collaborating with engineering and quality teams to optimize commodity strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and strong negotiation acumen. This position offers a chance to contribute to a high-performance team in a dynamic industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr Venteon
- ...the Purchasing team, the Senior Buyer will be responsible for driving material cost reductions, executing strategic sourcing initiatives, leading supplier... ...implementation of cost saving programs Manages... ...purchasing experience Automotive cross functional experience...SeniorAutomotive
- LM Manufacturing, LLC is a Tier 1 automotive supplier responsible for seat systems. The Buyer - Indirect Procurement & Capital leads competitive sourcing, procurement, contract management, and... ...partners with department managers to drive cost reductions, supplier negotiations,...AutomotiveContract work
- ...Summary We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Indirect Buyer to manage assigned... ...business units to align on sourcing strategy, supplier selection... ...contract compliance, and cost optimization initiatives.... ...Identify and deliver cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives...SuggestedContract work
- ...industry-leading automotive technologies. We... ...Role As a Core Buyer, you will be responsible... ...supporting BoM cost development and sourcing execution of our... ...product area, Senior Core Buyer and... ...and works with strategic Purchasing at... ...renegotiating cost savings on new sourcing...SeniorAutomotivePermanent employmentWork at officeImmediate start
- ...equipment, and supplies from vendors. Ensures cost effective procurement and delivery of... ...margins by coordinating lowest cost sourcing, maintaining, or improving material margins... ...minimum 5 years work experience. Automotive cross-functional experience a plus.BS/BA...SeniorAutomotiveWork experience placement
$104k - $166k
...Commodities to own who we buy from, at what cost, at what terms, and the daily execution... ...management: generate and update POs for sourced parts based on the latest BOM revision, quote... ...electronic components. Knowledge of automotive or other safety-critical/high-reliability...SeniorAutomotiveContract workWork at officeLocal area3 days per week- ...required to plan and accomplish strategic goals Negotiates long term agreements and yearly savings in line with expectations... ...of commercial terms and total cost management concepts required Experience... ...Bonus if You HaveMBA Automotive cross-functional experience is...SeniorAutomotiveContract workWork experience placementWork at office
$70k - $100k
...Global Commodity Buyer Southfield, Michigan... ...executing global sourcing strategies and... ...used in automotive manufacturing, including... ...continuity of supply, cost competitiveness,... ...commodity management, or strategic sourcing... ...track and validate savings in partnership with...AutomotiveLocal areaImmediate start- ...Global Commodity Buyer is responsible for... ...executing global sourcing strategies for assigned... ...of supply, cost competitiveness, quality... ...within a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment... ...and validate savings with Finance.... ...progressive purchasing or strategic sourcing...AutomotiveContract workWork at office
- ...supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 1... .... Position Summary The Senior Electronics Cost Estimating Engineer is the... ...Maintain traceability of pricing source, quantity or annual-volume... ...account 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match...SeniorAutomotiveFlexible hours
- ...About us LAEPPLE Automotive is a leading... ...and detail-oriented Buyer for Direct Materials... ...ensuring the best cost while meeting the... ...Responsibilities: Source and purchase... ...suppliers to achieve cost savings and value... ...functional teams. Strategic thinking and problem...AutomotiveFull timeContract workWork experience placementShift work
- ...Position Title: Buyer - Indirect... ...LLC is a Tier 1 automotive supplier responsible... ...competitive sourcing, procurement, contract... ...measurable cost-reduction... ...duties, and provide senior leadership with... ...Strategic Sourcing and Procurement... ...realized cost savings and cost avoidance...AutomotiveFull timeContract workTemporary workTerm timeWork at officeLocal area
- ...for current or future Senior Global Sourcing Manager rolesSelected... ...initiatives, including “Strategic Supplier Engagement”... ...initiatives and identify savings opportunities, advance... ...with commodities Cost analysis or manufacturing experience Automotive industry experience Knowledge...SeniorAutomotiveFull timeContract workWork experience placementInternshipLocal areaWork from homeRelocationRelocation package
$86.6k
Strategic Buyer - Raw Materials Metals We made history and now we work to... ...procurement strategy for automotive-grade streel & aluminum sheet... ...ll do...Commodity Strategy & Sourcing ExecutionGlobal Sourcing Strategy... ...continuity, optimize total cost of ownership (TCO), and...AutomotiveContract workImmediate startFlexible hours- ...Senior Cost EngineerThe Senior Cost Engineer is responsible to create, analyze and validate... ...exposure to the next generation of automotive vehicles and propulsion systems while working... ...bases for complex negotiations and sourcing decisions.Occasional domestic travel to...SeniorAutomotiveH1bWork at officeRelocationRelocation package
- ...experience as an Advanced Buyer in a manufacturing... ...program level sourcing activities using a... ...strategy, cost improvement, supplier... ...work experience (Automotive Industry Tier 1 preferred... ...& analysis to Senior Management levels.... ..., driving cost savings, and proactively managing...AutomotiveWork experience placement
- ...Global Category Mgr. Position Summary The Buyer drives strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance while ensuring... ...to negotiate with suppliers, deliver cost savings, and support procurement strategies that drive operational...SeniorPermanent employment
$86.6k
...matters. What You'll Do... Lead sourcing execution and strategy for... ...accountability Drive cost performance using should-cost... ...purchasing, supply chain, or strategic sourcing 5+ years of experience... ...environments 5+ years of experience in automotive or electronics-related...AutomotiveContract workImmediate startFlexible hours$86.6k
...Ford is seeking a strategic, results-oriented Buyer, Console Switch to lead sourcing strategy and... ...supply resilience, cost optimization, supplier... ...decisions with senior leadership... ...analysis, and deliver savings through negotiation... ..., or related automotive commoditiesExperience...AutomotiveImmediate startFlexible hours- ...Nothing” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing... ...seeking a Staff or Senior Strategic Sourcing & Analytics Program Manager... ...sourcing strategies using spend, cost, supplier, market, and... ...sourcing performance, cost, savings, supplier performance, risk...AutomotiveHourly pay
$74.3k
Buyer - Stampings & Structural Assemblies... ...relationships, and optimizing costs. You will be an... ...is ideal for a strategic thinker with... ...preferably within the Automotive industry3+ years... ...skills (sourcing evaluations, business... ...Understand and set cost savings goals to achieve on...AutomotiveWork at officeImmediate start- ...Job Posting Title Senior Industrial Engineer Job Description... ...emerging technologies, influence strategic decisions, and help build... ...in manufacturing, preferably automotive. ~ Experience with process improvement and cost-saving initiatives. ~ Strong analytical...SeniorAutomotive
$124.2k - $197.8k
...dictated by the business).The RoleAs a Senior Global Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible... ...up to date on the IT industry, Automotive industry, and strategic direction GM software and services... ...include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending...SeniorAutomotiveFull timeContract workInternshipLocal areaWork from homeRelocationFlexible hours- Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Buyer for Stamping & Welded Assemblies to advance strategic sourcing through negotiations, supplier management, cost optimization, and supply continuity. The role partners with Product Development, Manufacturing, and Finance...
$144k - $244k
...Senior Client Executive-Automotive (US-Detroit) Date: Sep 15, 2026 Location: Detroit... ..., Margin Levers, Cost Levers, and trends) Excel... ...account planning efforts and strategic account plan Develop and... ...flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D...SeniorAutomotiveTemporary workRemote workWork from homeHome officeFlexible hours- ...viscosity material handling solutions. In addition to serving the automotive industry, Dürr Systems provides premium application technology... ...of electrode manufacturing, Dürr Systems enhances quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market lithium-ion battery electrode coating...SeniorAutomotivePermanent employmentFull timeContract workFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hoursWeekend work
- ...Job Posting Title Buyer Job Description Summary At Dauch... ...global category-management sourcing process. Leads more... ...participates in and supports strategic purchasing. Performs routine... ...supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic...AutomotiveContract work
- Senior Hardware Design Engineer - ADAS Compute job... ...autonomy. As we move to in-sourcing hardware design we are... ...with a background in automotive ECU architecture,... ...launch) while meeting cost, timing, quality, and... ...IC design/development strategic to new ADAS Compute designs...SeniorAutomotiveContract workLocal areaWork from homeRelocationRelocation package
- ...activities for MRO, indirect materials, and services. Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives. Develop and maintain... ..., indirect materials, or services. Experience in automotive manufacturing or a similar industrial environment...Automotive
$75k - $80k
Commodity Buyer (Metals) Location: Detroit area, MI Salary: $7... ...year Are you an experienced automotive purchasing professional with... ...the right balance of Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Performance (QCDP... ...professional who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day...AutomotiveContract workWork at office
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