Strategic Commodity Manager – Automotive

DAF Trucks NV; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36-hour week

27 vacation days

13 ADV days

Performance bonus

Work-life balance

Retirement plan

Education programs

Job summary

DAF Trucks NV is seeking a results‑oriented Commodity Manager to lead the end‑to‑end procurement of a diverse portfolio, including Injection Moulded, Lines & Hoses, Rubber, and Rubber‑to‑Metal components. You will shape commodity strategy and ensure cost, quality, and performance improvements.

In this role you will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and Logistics, aligning supplier roadmaps with DAF’s technology strategy and driving market research to stay ahead of trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (commercial automotive engineering or technical business studies).
• 2–5 years of work experience with ambition to grow as a professional buyer in automotive industry.
• Strong communication skills, representable and skilled negotiator.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Own procurement of an assigned commodity portfolio (Injection Moulded, Lines & Hoses, Rubber, Rubber‑to‑Metal).
• Define sourcing strategies and mitigate supply risks; negotiate contracts and develop suppliers.
• Deliver cost, quality, and performance improvements; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Commercial Automotive Engineering / Technical Business Studies

Job description

DAF Trucks NV is seeking a results‑oriented Commodity Manager to lead the end‑to‑end procurement of a diverse portfolio, including Injection Moulded, Lines & Hoses, Rubber, and Rubber‑to‑Metal components. You will shape commodity strategy and ensure cost, quality, and performance improvements.

In this role you will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and Logistics, aligning supplier roadmaps with DAF’s technology strategy and driving market research to stay ahead of trends.