Strategic Automotive Program Sourcing Buyer

Adient; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient seeks a Program Purchasing Buyer to drive flawless program launches and ensure purchasing deliverables align with program timing and budget. You will negotiate product changes, support VAVE activities, and manage BOM and sourcing tracking, RFQs, and tooling sourcing.

The role requires collaboration across functions, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of Automotive Purchasing experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance to drive program launches.
• Negotiate supplier terms, conditions, and pricing.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through cost breakdown analysis.
• Support BOM and sourcing tracking, RFQ preparation, and sourcing of parts and tooling.
• Lead negotiations and present recommendations to management.

Job description

Adient seeks a Program Purchasing Buyer to drive flawless program launches and ensure purchasing deliverables align with program timing and budget. You will negotiate product changes, support VAVE activities, and manage BOM and sourcing tracking, RFQs, and tooling sourcing.

The role requires collaboration across functions, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Some travel may be required.