Global Automotive Electronics Sourcing Lead

KSR; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

KSR is seeking a Global Commodity Buyer in Southfield, Michigan, or Ridgetown, Ontario. You will develop and execute global sourcing strategies for electronic components used in automotive manufacturing, ensuring continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 5–10 years in purchasing/strategic sourcing within automotive electronics, cross-functional collaboration, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in supply chain or related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive purchasing or strategic sourcing experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience sourcing automotive electronic components such as semiconductors, microchips, sensors, PCBs, or connectors.
• Experience managing supplier relationships in global electronics supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for automotive electronic components.
• Define supplier footprint, sourcing models, dual-source strategies, and localization opportunities.
• Monitor global electronics market trends, semiconductor capacity constraints, lead times, allocation risks, and cost drivers.
• Lead RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, benchmarking activities, and sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate pricing, long-term agreements, tooling, payment terms, and commercial conditions.
• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities required to support customer demand and production schedules.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

RFQ/RFP processes

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Supply continuity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration

Job description

KSR is seeking a Global Commodity Buyer in Southfield, Michigan, or Ridgetown, Ontario. You will develop and execute global sourcing strategies for electronic components used in automotive manufacturing, ensuring continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 5–10 years in purchasing/strategic sourcing within automotive electronics, cross-functional collaboration, and strong negotiation skills.