Buyer

Holley Performance Products, Inc.; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional development opportunities

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Holley Performance Brands is seeking a strategic Commodity Buyer in New Braunfels, TX to lead sourcing, negotiations, and supplier management for automotive aftermarket commodities.

You will shape long‑term supply strategy, optimize total cost of ownership, and drive supplier performance across Holley brands while collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 3–5+ years of strategic procurement, commodity management, or sourcing experience.
• Experience in automotive commodities is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in complex negotiations and supplier management.
• Strong analytical capability, including cost modeling and market analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a holistic commodity strategy for assigned commodities.
• Determine preferred supplier partners and manage the full supplier lifecycle.
• Lead all commercial negotiations, including pricing, LTAs, service levels, and contractual terms.
• Consolidate spend across Holley brands to leverage volume and reduce total cost.
• Mitigate tariff exposure, identify near‑shore and global alternatives, and manage risk proactively.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and industry indices to guide sourcing decisions.
• Own cost modeling, supplier quoting, benchmarking, and annual cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Evaluate, approve, and onboard new suppliers in alignment with Holley's sourcing strategy.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain on cross‑functional projects.
• Support new product launches by ensuring timely sourcing and optimal supplier alignment.
• Develop and maintain sourcing documentation, category dashboards, and strategic analyses.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and best practices.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical ability

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

APICS/ISM certification a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Sourcing tools

Job description

Buyer

Full Time New Braunfels, TX, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1779

Holley Performance Brands is seeking a strategic, relationship‑driven Commodity Buyer to lead the sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management of various automotive aftermarket commodities. This role is critical in shaping the long‑term supply strategy, optimizing total cost of ownership, and ensuring a stable and competitive supply base for our growing portfolio of performance products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a holistic commodity strategy for assigned commodities.
• Determine preferred supplier partners and manage the full supplier lifecycle.
• Lead all commercial negotiations, including pricing, LTAs, service levels, and contractual terms.
• Consolidate spend across Holley brands to leverage volume and reduce total cost.
• Mitigate tariff exposure, identify near‑shore and global alternatives, and manage risk proactively.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and industry indices to guide sourcing decisions.
• Own cost modeling, supplier quoting, benchmarking, and annual cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Evaluate, approve, and onboard new suppliers in alignment with Holley's sourcing strategy.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain on cross‑functional projects.
• Support new product launches by ensuring timely sourcing and optimal supplier alignment.
• Develop and maintain sourcing documentation, category dashboards, and strategic analyses.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 3–5+ years of strategic procurement, commodity management, or sourcing experience.
• Experience in automotive commodities is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in complex negotiations and supplier management.
• Strong analytical capability, including cost modeling and market analysis.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office; experience with sourcing tools a plus.
• Exceptional communication, relationship‑building, and project management skills.
• APICS, ISM, or other supply chain certifications are a plus.

What We Offer

• A highly visible, strategic role with ownership of a critical commodity category.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within Holley.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The ability to impact sourcing strategy across an iconic automotive performance brand portfolio.

Why Holley Is a Great Place to Work

At Holley, we’re more than a performance parts company—we’re a community of enthusiasts, innovators, and problem-solvers. We offer a competitive benefits package and a culture that values both performance and people.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and 9 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• Employee discounts on Holley Performance Brands products, events, and partnerships
• Education Assistance program

Holley is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. I f you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact human resources.