Global Project Buyer - Automotive Sourcing & Negotiation

Spheros Group; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spheros is seeking an experienced Project Buyer to manage purchasing throughout the project lifecycle, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and global Purchasing to meet cost, timing, quality, and localization targets. The role emphasizes supplier development, negotiations, and cross-functional teamwork across a global organization.

As part of the project purchasing team, you will coordinate sourcing, manage supplier contracts, and track KPIs while supporting localization and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, or related field.
• 3 to 5 years of purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Automotive Tier 1/2 environment experience preferred; project purchasing in automotive or commercial vehicles preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project purchasing and sourcing activities from acquisition through launch and serial production.
• Develop competitive cost structures and supplier panels in collaboration with commodity teams.
• Represent Purchasing within project teams and communicate requirements to suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to meet cost, timing, and localization targets.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and global Purchasing to ensure milestones.
• Monitor KPIs and escalate risks affecting project milestones or customer expectations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Spheros is seeking an experienced Project Buyer to manage purchasing throughout the project lifecycle, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and global Purchasing to meet cost, timing, quality, and localization targets. The role emphasizes supplier development, negotiations, and cross-functional teamwork across a global organization.

As part of the project purchasing team, you will coordinate sourcing, manage supplier contracts, and track KPIs while supporting localization and