Commodity Buyer

Stadler Rail AG; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadler Rail AG in Salt Lake City seeks a Commodity Buyer (Indirect Materials) to lead strategic sourcing for consumables and production supplies across our rail vehicle manufacturing operations. You will develop supplier strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage inventory programs to ensure timely and cost-effective material availability.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in industrial purchasing, fluent English (German a plus), and strong MS Office/ERP experience to optimize sourcing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or similar field.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Industrial or Manufacturing purchasing.
• Fluent English required with German a plus.
• Resilient and independent personality.
• Strong organizational skills and efficient working methods.
• Very experienced with Microsoft Office and ERP system (Infor COM).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for consumables, MRO materials, tooling, safety products, warehouse equipment, production support supplies, and operational services.
• Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, contracts, blanket orders, supplier agreements, and inventory stocking programs.
• Manage procurement activities for categories including adhesives, sealants, tapes, foams, insulation products, coatings, and chemical consumables.
• Production tooling, tool repair, calibration services, and replacement tooling components.
• Maintenance and repair materials, lubricants, coolants, oils, and shop supplies.
• Safety, fire protection, environmental, and regulatory compliance products.
• Warehouse shelving, storage systems, material handling equipment, and shop organization products.
• Collaborate with Production, Facilities, Logistics, Quality, and Project Management teams to align procurement with schedules.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, driving cost, quality, delivery improvements.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers meeting Stadler's requirements.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and TCO analyses to support sourcing decisions.
• Develop sourcing strategies minimizing supply interruption risks and supporting inventory optimization.
• Support cross-site purchasing initiatives and global purchasing agreements.
• Support claims management, warranty recovery, supplier corrective actions, and supplier performance issues.
• Manage supplier implementation of product changes, substitutions, and obsolescence while maintaining continuity.
• Support Kanban, replenishment, and inventory management programs for frequently consumed materials.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure availability of critical consumables for uninterrupted operations.

Job description

Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?

HOW YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Commodity Buyer (Indirect Materials), you will manage strategic sourcing and procurement activities for indirect materials, manufacturing consumables, MRO supplies, tooling, safety products, warehouse equipment, and production support materials. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing commodity strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and quality compliant supply of operational materials required to support rail vehicle manufacturing, commissioning, and facility operations.

Key Activities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for consumables, MRO materials, tooling, safety products, warehouse equipment, production support supplies, and operational services.
• Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, contracts, blanket orders, supplier agreements, and inventory stocking programs.
• Manage procurement activities for categories including:
• Adhesives, sealants, tapes, foams, insulation products, coatings, and chemical consumables.
• Production tooling, tool repair, calibration services, and replacement tooling components.
• Maintenance and repair materials, lubricants, coolants, oils, and shop supplies.
• Safety, fire protection, environmental, and regulatory compliance products.
• Warehouse shelving, storage systems, material handling equipment, and shop organization products.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, Logistics, Warehouse, EHS, Quality, and Project Management teams to align procurement activities with operational requirements and project schedules.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, driving continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting Stadler's operational, quality, and service requirements.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses to support sourcing decisions and cost reduction initiatives.
• Develop sourcing strategies that minimize supply interruption risks while supporting inventory optimization and production continuity.
• Participate in cross-site purchasing initiatives and leverage global purchasing agreements where applicable.
• Support claims management, warranty recovery, supplier corrective actions, and resolution of supplier performance issues.
• Manage supplier implementation of product changes, substitutions, and obsolescence issues while maintaining operational continuity.
• Support Kanban, replenishment, and inventory management programs for frequently consumed production materials.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure availability of critical consumables required to maintain uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or similar field
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Industrial or Manufacturing purchasing
• Fluent English required with German a plus
• Resilient and independent personality
• Strong organizational skills and efficient working methods
• Very experienced with Microsoft Office and ERP system (preferable Infor COM)

YOUR CONTACT PERSON

Jennifer Hood
Talent Acquisition Partner I
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