Buyer

Stefanini Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stefanini Group, Detroit, is seeking a Category Buyer to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive value through cost, quality, delivery, and risk initiatives. You will support commercial negotiations and collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain roles, with strong analytical and communication skills and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Economics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, supply chain, supplier management, manufacturing, engineering, operations, or related business functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, products, or services.
• Leading supplier selection, sourcing, and negotiation activities.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Managing supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting cost reduction and productivity objectives.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management.
• Analyzing market trends, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities.
• Supporting business continuity and supply chain risk mitigation activities.
• Preparing recommendations and presentations for management review.
• Driving compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

As a Category Buyer, you will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, supporting commercial negotiations, and driving value for the organization through cost, quality, delivery, and risk management initiatives.

Responsibilities may include:

• Developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, products, or services.
• Leading supplier selection, sourcing, and negotiation activities.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Managing supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting cost reduction and productivity objectives.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management.
• Analyzing market trends, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities.
• Supporting business continuity and supply chain risk mitigation activities.
• Preparing recommendations and presentations for management review.
• Driving compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.

You'll Have

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Economics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, supply chain, supplier management, manufacturing, engineering, operations, or related business functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Even Better If You Have

• Strategic sourcing experience.
• Automotive, manufacturing, logistics, technology, or industrial industry experience.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of procurement systems and commercial contracting processes.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, APICS, or similar credentials.