Sr. Strategic Buyer

Company Summary

A leading global automotive tier one supplier with 72 locations in 14 countries has an immediate need for a Sr. Strategic Buyer in there Columbus, OH corporate office. Hybrid remote work environment, excellent benefits package, flex time program, matching 401K plan and relocation package are available for qualifying candidates.

Job Summary:

With limited supervision, create and execute sourcing strategies for new model automotive programs. Additional responsibilities include presenting to various levels of management, performing mass production part cost change analysis and variety of other analytical functions as needed. Associate may also be called on to lead cross-functional projects across sourcing, engineering, quality, and sales functions.

Essential Skills:

Maintain strategic mindset in all aspects of the role.

Source and evaluate local, national, and international suppliers

Negotiate price, terms, conditions, and contracts

Build and manage supplier relationships

Perform cost savings and profit margin analysis

Good communication and presentation skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to analyze and draw conclusions from large datasets

Qualifications:

4 Year degree in a business-related field

5 Years of sourcing experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.