Senior Buyer: Automotive Procurement Strategist

Talentify; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus program

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage supplier relationships and drive cost reductions from Pontiac, MI. The role focuses on procurement strategy, contract policy, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and quality teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in procurement, solid ERP/MRP and advanced Excel skills, and experience with automotive OEMs or tier-1 suppliers. On-site 5 days/week with standard 8–5/9–6 scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a purchasing or supply chain-related field is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience.
• Experience with automotive OEMs or tier-1 suppliers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing policies, procedures, and contract terms.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to define supplier requirements.
• Source vendors, interview for terms and availability, and prepare bid awards.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor supplier performance and cost reductions.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier relationship management

Cost modeling

Market analysis

Negotiation

ERP/MRP

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication (verbal & written)

Education

Bachelors degree in purchasing, supply chain, business, technical, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage supplier relationships and drive cost reductions from Pontiac, MI. The role focuses on procurement strategy, contract policy, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and quality teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in procurement, solid ERP/MRP and advanced Excel skills, and experience with automotive OEMs or tier-1 suppliers. On-site 5 days/week with standard 8–5/9–6 scheduling.