Buyer II - Indirect Procurement

Slate; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking an experienced Indirect Procurement Buyer II in a hybrid environment in the United States. You will develop and manage strategic supplier bases, lead negotiations, and handle RFIs, RFQs, and MSAs to meet Slate’s indirect procurement standards.

Responsibilities include sourcing services, goods, and equipment, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive supplier performance and risk mitigation in a fast-paced startup-like

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in Indirect Procurement.
• Proven experience sourcing Automotive Indirect services, goods and equipment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Zip).

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic supply base, lead supplier negotiations, and manage RFIs, RFQs, and MSAs in line with Slate’s indirect procurement requirements.
• Source services, goods and equipment with emphasis on best cost, quality, and delivery; own automotive indirect sourcing and supplier readiness; drive cost reductions and supplier quality.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Relationship-building

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Zip

Job description

About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

Who We Are Looking For

Slate is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced Indirect Procurement Buyer II, to join our growing team that brings a “roll up the sleeves” approach to getting things done, as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast, frugal, scrappy, and fun. Important skills include accountability, strategic thinking, relationship building, business case analysis, and negotiation.

What You Get To Do

Develop a strategic supply base, lead supplier negotiations, and manage RFIs, RFQs, Master Services Agreements and commercial agreements in accordance with Slate’s Indirect Procurement requirements. Source services, goods and equipment while addressing best cost, quality, and delivery.

Take ownership of Automotive Indirect sourcing, ensuring precision fit, supplier readiness, risk mitigation, and launch timing. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost reductions, drive supplier quality, and ensure adherence to Slate General Terms and Conditions.

What You Bring To The Team

• Bachelor’s degree
• 8-10 years of experience in Indirect Procurement.
• Proven experience sourcing Automotive Indirect services, goods and equipment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency.
• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation – i.e. SAP, NetSuite, Zip
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• High level of integrity
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment, with strong follow-through to complete projects on time
• IT Equipment, SaaS, and Services procurement is a plus.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start‑up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

This is a hybrid work environment.

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…, we do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start‑up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…, we do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].