Buyer II Manufacturing

Re:Car Inc.; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Re:Car Inc. in Warsaw, Indiana, is seeking a skilled professional in Procurement/Supply Chain Management to develop a strategic supply base and manage supplier negotiations. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 8-10 years of experience.

Your role will involve sourcing goods and services for automotive manufacturing, collaborating cross-functionally for cost efficiencies, and enhancing supplier quality. If you thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment and have strong communication skills, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing.
• Experience sourcing Automotive Manufacturing Facilities' requests.
• Knowledge of Construction projects and Maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic supply base and manage supplier negotiations.
• Source goods and services for automotive manufacturing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost reductions.

Skills

Procurement/Supply Chain Management

Supplier negotiations

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems (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.

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 Factory Facilities’ requirements.
• Source facilities’ goods and services, materials and equipment while addressing best cost, quality, and delivery.
• Take ownership of Automotive Manufacturing Facilities 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 Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
• Proven experience sourcing Automotive Manufacturing Facilities’ requests in support of Facilities, EH&S, and Quality teams.
• Sourcing Construction projects; general contractor and various trades.
• Sourcing Maintenance equipment and services.
• Sourcing MRO (a bonus).
• Contracting for Construction services and Maintenance agreements.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation – i.e. 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.

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.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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. We are 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].