Senior Buyer - Castings: Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

Dana Incorporated; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a procurement professional to develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities at our Novi, MI site. You will lead RFQ processes, supplier evaluations, and sourcing events to secure best value while aligning with cost, quality, delivery, and continuity goals.

You will analyze quotations, negotiate terms, and maintain strong supplier relationships. Collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Program Management is essential to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Professional certification (CPSM, CPM, APICS, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience leading RFQ processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals.
• Lead RFQ activities, supplier evaluations, and sourcing events.
• Analyze quotations and total cost of ownership to identify best value.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements with suppliers.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and corrective action.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through strategic sourcing and productivity improvements.
• Support new program launches by coordinating sourcing activities and PPAP milestones.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Program Management to resolve supply issues.
• Assess and mitigate supplier risks related to capacity and continuity of supply.
• Track savings, supplier performance metrics, and procurement activities.
• Identify ways to improve procurement processes and reduce inventory.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Contract negotiation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

5-7 years procurement experience

CPSM/ CPM / APICS preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a procurement professional to develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities at our Novi, MI site. You will lead RFQ processes, supplier evaluations, and sourcing events to secure best value while aligning with cost, quality, delivery, and continuity goals.

You will analyze quotations, negotiate terms, and maintain strong supplier relationships. Collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Program Management is essential to