Automotive Purchasing Specialist: Program Launch & Sourcing

Adient plc; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc is seeking a Program Purchasing Buyer to join our Operational Purchasing team in Plymouth, MI. You will drive flawless program launches, manage RFQ preparation, source parts and tooling, and negotiate changes to meet timing and budget targets.

You will collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Finance to optimize costs, support VAVE activities, and ensure compliance with purchasing policies. Travel may be required as part of cross-functional reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of Automotive Purchasing experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program launches.
• Negotiate changes, evaluate cost breakdowns and seek cost reductions.
• Prepare RFQs, source parts and tooling, and track BOM.
• Support VAVE activities and feasibility reviews.
• Represent purchasing in multifunctional program reviews.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors in SCM

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Adient plc is seeking a Program Purchasing Buyer to join our Operational Purchasing team in Plymouth, MI. You will drive flawless program launches, manage RFQ preparation, source parts and tooling, and negotiate changes to meet timing and budget targets.

You will collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Finance to optimize costs, support VAVE activities, and ensure compliance with purchasing policies. Travel may be required as part of cross-functional reviews.