Aerospace Plant Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

Schaeffler; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler in Danbury, CT is seeking a Plant Procurement Specialist (Aerospace) to secure reliable supply and strengthen supplier partnerships. You will lead category strategies, negotiate terms, and coordinate supplier performance to support plant success.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and several years in purchasing, with strong negotiation and English skills. On-site position with comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in purchasing, procurement, or a comparable commercial role.
• Strong negotiation skills and confidence in supplier management.
• Good command of English.
• Structured, analytical, and team-oriented working style.
• US work authorization without VISA sponsorship.
• US Person for Export Control compliance per 22 C.F.R. § 120.15.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of market analyses and the implementation of category strategies for the plant.
• Develop and execute profitable purchasing strategies and negotiation approaches in close alignment with relevant functions and stakeholders.
• Monitor the supply market continuously and manage the supplier portfolio to ensure quality, cost efficiency, on-time delivery, sustainability, and compliance with contractual and legal requirements.
• Negotiate prices and conditions in line with internal purchasing guidelines and contractual requirements, and manage supplier contracts professionally.
• Coordinate the assigned suppliers, including purchase price planning and the definition and tracking of saving initiatives that support plant performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering

Job description

Schaeffler in Danbury, CT is seeking a Plant Procurement Specialist (Aerospace) to secure reliable supply and strengthen supplier partnerships. You will lead category strategies, negotiate terms, and coordinate supplier performance to support plant success.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and several years in purchasing, with strong negotiation and English skills. On-site position with comprehensive benefits included.