Strategic Automotive Buyer - Sourcing & Cost Savings

CSP; Auburn (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k matching

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

CSP in Auburn Hills is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and develop long-term agreements for production components. This role collaborates with engineering and CSP plants to meet program requirements and deadlines.

The position requires extensive automotive purchasing experience and strong knowledge of QAD SE/EE ERP; travel up to 15% domestically and 5% internationally is expected.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business or related field is required.
• Minimum of ten years of automotive purchasing experience.
• Strong knowledge of QAD SE or EE ERP.
• Experience with chemicals, small components, or castings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select suppliers for production components and materials.
• Develop long-term agreements with suppliers.
• Place purchase orders via QAD EE.
• Manage pricing at corporate level; drive cost savings opportunities.
• Support CSP facilities in supplier issue resolution; coordinate with engineering on program requirements.
• Travel up to 15% domestically and 5% internationally.

Skills

Automotive purchasing experience

Vendor relationship management

Cost savings and negotiations

Project coordination

Education

BA/BS Degree in Business

Tools

QAD SE/EE ERP

Job description

CSP in Auburn Hills is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and develop long-term agreements for production components. This role collaborates with engineering and CSP plants to meet program requirements and deadlines.

The position requires extensive automotive purchasing experience and strong knowledge of QAD SE/EE ERP; travel up to 15% domestically and 5% internationally is expected.