Strategic Buyer — Software, IT & Professional Services

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. is seeking a Lead Buyer, Professional Services, Software & IT to drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement across PSI categories.

This role partners with IT, Finance, Legal, and stakeholders to deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and optimize supplier performance aligned with regional strategies. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of purchasing experience, strong negotiation and data-analysis skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in purchasing or related field.
• Strong negotiation and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing for PSI categories including software, IT hardware, and services.
• Manage supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends, cost structures, and opportunities for savings.
• Develop and implement regional commodity strategies and cost-reduction projects.
• Oversee supplier selection processes and regional program launches.

Skills

Data analysis

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost reduction

Contract management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. is seeking a Lead Buyer, Professional Services, Software & IT to drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement across PSI categories.

This role partners with IT, Finance, Legal, and stakeholders to deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and optimize supplier performance aligned with regional strategies. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of purchasing experience, strong negotiation and data-analysis skills, and proficiency in