Strategic CAPEX & Indirect Sourcing Lead

Workhorse Group; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Workhorse Group is seeking a Senior Buyer – Indirect Procurement & CAPEX to lead sourcing strategies for indirect materials, services, and capital investments. The role partners with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Facilities, IT and Manufacturing to secure favorable pricing, quality and delivery while managing risk and compliance.

You will conduct market analysis, drive cost reductions, and manage supplier relationships and performance across MRO, IT, professional services, and logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field is required.
• MBA or professional certs are preferred.
• 5+ years in procurement, sourcing, or purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend and CAPEX projects.
• Lead supplier negotiations, bids (RFQ/RFP) and contract execution.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Facilities and IT.
• Analyze TCO, manage supplier performance, and drive cost reductions.
• Support budgeting, spend analysis and procurement process improvements.
• Ensure policy compliance and effective supplier risk management.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Capital equipment procurement

Project-based purchasing

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or related field

MBA, CPSM, CPM, CIPS, or equivalent professional certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

Workhorse Group is seeking a Senior Buyer – Indirect Procurement & CAPEX to lead sourcing strategies for indirect materials, services, and capital investments. The role partners with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Facilities, IT and Manufacturing to secure favorable pricing, quality and delivery while managing risk and compliance.

You will conduct market analysis, drive cost reductions, and manage supplier relationships and performance across MRO, IT, professional services, and logistics.