Purchasing Excellence

Dürr; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Dürr Systems, LLC seeks a Continuous Improvement specialist to drive cross-functional process enhancements using Power BI, Power Automate, and ERP systems. You will partner with Finance, AP, Payroll, Engineering, and Procurement to define metrics, develop standardized workflows, and deliver data-driven insights for leadership decisions.

With a history in the United States since 1970 and a main center in Southfield, Michigan, the role offers exposure to global operations and a culture focused on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
• 3-5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Operations, Purchasing, or Shared Services
• Proven track record of cross-functional process improvement initiatives
• Strong expertise in Power BI (data modeling, dashboards, KPI development)
• Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, pivots, complex functions)
• Experience with automation tools (Power Automate or similar)
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to drive measurable improvements (cost savings, cycle time, efficiency)
• Experience supporting Finance, AP, Payroll, Engineering, or Procurement
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change without direct authority
• Excellent communication skills across technical and executive audiences
• Experience in engineering-driven or project-based organizations (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives across Purchasing and other departments
• Identify, map, and redesign business processes to improve efficiency and scalability
• Develop and implement standardized workflows, SOPs, and best practices
• Design and deploy Power BI dashboards and KPI reporting for operational and executive visibility
• Consolidate data sources into centralized, actionable reporting tools
• Drive automation of manual processes using Power Automate and related tools
• Partner with business leaders to define performance metrics and reporting structures
• Experience working collaboratively with Finance, AP, Payroll, Engineering, Procurement
• Facilitate process workshops and cross-functional alignment discussions
• Establish continuous improvement pipeline, tracking impact and savings
• Bridge between business, data, and systems for digital transformation
• Drive adoption of new tools, processes, and best practices
• Provide data-driven insights to leadership decision-making
• Build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Perform bid administration and contract buyouts; generate bid docs for RFQs, etc.
• Perform other duties to support purchasing activities including audits
• Ability to travel when required, limited

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

SAP

Oracle

Job description

What You'll Do

• Support cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives across Purchasing and other departments
• Identify, map, and redesign business processes to improve efficiency and scalability
• Develop and implement standardized workflows, SOPs, and best practices
• Design and deploy Power BI dashboards and KPI reporting for operational and executive visibility
• Consolidate data sources into centralized, actionable reporting tools
• Drive automation of manual processes using Power Automate and related tools
• Partner with business leaders to define performance metrics and reporting structures
• Experience working collaboratively with functional teams (i.e Finance, AP, Payroll, Engineering, Procurement)
• Facilitate process workshops, working sessions, and cross-functional alignment discussions
• Establish and manage a continuous improvement pipeline, tracking impact, savings, and efficiency gains
• Act as a bridge between business, data, and systems, enabling digital transformation
• Drive adoption of new tools, processes, and best practices across the organization
• Provide data-driven insights to support leadership decision‑making
• Build and promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Perform bid administration and contract buyouts as needed; this includes generating complete bid documents for issuance as RFQs to bidders, providing answers to all bidders for any questions that occur during the bid cycle, reviewing bids and creating pricing comparison summaries, coordinating and documenting clarification meetings with potential subcontractor/suppliers, and negotiating final pricing
• Perform other duties as assigned to support purchasing activities including but not limited to operational, audits, strategic.
• Ability to travel when required, limited.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
• 3-5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Operations, Purchasing, or Shared Services
• Proven track record of supporting cross‑functional process improvement initiatives
• Strong expertise in Power BI (data modeling, dashboards, KPI development)
• Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, pivots, complex functions)
• Experience with automation tools (Power Automate or similar)
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to drive measurable improvements (cost savings, cycle time, efficiency)
• Experience supporting functions such as Finance, AP, Payroll, Engineering, or Procurement
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change without direct authority
• Excellent communication skills across technical and executive audiences
• Experience in engineering‑driven or project‑based organizations (preferred)

Why Join Dürr Systems

• Join a global leader in industrial automation, engineering, and manufacturing solutions
• Partner with teams across Purchasing, Engineering, Finance, Operations, and Shared Services
• Drive meaningful process improvements that impact business performance and operational efficiency
• Gain exposure to business analytics, automation, digital transformation, and strategic purchasing initiatives
• Utilize industry‑leading tools including Power BI, SAP, and Power Automate
• Be part of a collaborative culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long‑term career growth opportunities

Dürr Systems, LLC has been present in the United States since 1970 and operates multiple locations across the United States, including facilities in Michigan and Wisconsin. The largest site is in Southfield, Michigan, which serves as the main center for operations. Dürr employs people across the country who support a wide range of market segments. Dürr Systems USA plans, builds, and installs complete, state-of-the-art paint shops and final assembly facilities, supported by DXQ, Dürr's digital products suite. The company also offers advanced automated painting, sealing, and gluing application technologies, as well as high-viscosity material handling solutions. In addition to serving the automotive industry, Dürr Systems provides premium application technology products for the general industry. In the field of electrode manufacturing, Dürr Systems enhances quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market lithium‑ion battery electrode coating through its advanced development and manufacturing coating systems. Committed to innovation, excellence, and customized solutions, Dürr Systems addresses the diverse needs of its North American customers with precision and reliability.

Dürr Systems, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.

Note to all Staffing Agencies: Dürr has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Dürr will not be responsible for any placement fees associated with such candidates.