Category Buyer

Stefanini; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Stefanini is seeking a Category Buyer in Dearborn, MI to develop sourcing strategies and lead supplier selection and negotiation. You will build strong supplier relationships and drive cost reductions while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Operations.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years in purchasing or sourcing, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

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, or related 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

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/related field

Tools

Procurement systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Join us to co-create solutions for a better future!

Job Details

Information Technology

Category Buyer Dearborn,MI

Posted:10/15/2026

Job Description

Job ID#: 65189

Job Category: Information Technology

Position Type: Contract

Duration: long term

Remaining Positions: 1

Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for Category Buyer, Dearborn, MI

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job Requirements Details

Experience Required

• 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.

Experience Preferred

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

Education Required

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

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.

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Pay Range

$ 37.00 - $ 42.00