Purchasing Manager - Program

Lear Corporation; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Southfield, Michigan. This role is responsible for all purchasing activities to support program requirements effectively. Key responsibilities include managing KPIs, mentoring buyers, and ensuring sourced components meet financial targets.

Successful candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, a BS/BA or equivalent education, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment and a commitment to equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Requires minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all relevant KPIs, such as component target pricing and supplier sourcing.
• Own the purchasing strategy for assigned programs.
• Lead and mentor program buyers.

Skills

Supplier sourcing

Negotiating principles/skills

Process-oriented mindset

Microsoft Office Suite

Cross-functional communication

Education

BS/BA or equivalent experience

5+ years of relevant work experience

MBA (bonus)

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Purchasing Manager

As a member of the Purchasing team, the Purchasing Manager is responsible for ensuring all purchasing activities fully support program requirements from launch through post launch. This role focuses on cost, timing, quality, and supply chain reliability to meet program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage all relevant KPIs, such as component target pricing, supplier sourcing, tooling kick offs, PPAP, etc.
• Own the purchasing strategy for assigned programs.
• Lead and mentor program buyers.
• Ensure all sourced components meet financial objectives (piece price, tooling, investments).
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and track savings performance.
• Supports VA/VE workshops and negotiation events.
• Supports Commodity Buyers on engineering data collection and negotiations.
• Ensure all contractual agreements are received and stored.
• Ensures data management to meet program requirements and timelines.

Education Requirements

• Requires minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• BS/BA or equivalent experience.
• Automotive experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate with cross functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a highly productive, constantly changing environment.
• Strong ability to align with and influence others.
• Process oriented and continuous improvement mindset.
• Negotiating principles/skills.
• High level integrity.
• Priority setting and time management.
• Action oriented/ produces results.

Bonus if You Have

• MBA
• Automotive cross-functional experience is recommended
• Previous SAP ERP experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, meritbased employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.