Global Sourcing Lead: Aluminum Casting

Dana Corp; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp, a leading supplier in the North American market, seeks a procurement professional to manage SCMG spend for a designated commodity. The role focuses on cost reduction, supplier negotiation, and global sourcing with emphasis on total landed cost and risk management.

The position requires 3–5 years in procurement, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to lead multiple projects to successful PPAP and launch milestones. Travel ~10% expected.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Business (Supply Chain Management or Purchasing) or Engineering (Product/Manufacturing).
• Professional supply chain certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience preferred.
• Strong team player with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Formulate annual cost-reduction plans and drive year-over-year performance.
• Obtain and analyze quotes to determine best value and recommend sourcing solutions.
• Develop and explain commodity strategies for global scope.
• Document review packages for sourcing councils, including total landed cost.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions and savings tracking.
• Lead complex negotiations with limited supervision and optimize value.

Skills

Prioritization

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Strategic sourcing

Lean/VA-VE

Education

Four-year degree in Business or Engineering

Supply chain certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Dana Corp, a leading supplier in the North American market, seeks a procurement professional to manage SCMG spend for a designated commodity. The role focuses on cost reduction, supplier negotiation, and global sourcing with emphasis on total landed cost and risk management.

The position requires 3–5 years in procurement, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to lead multiple projects to successful PPAP and launch milestones. Travel ~10% expected.