Strategic Global Buyer Analyst – Sourcing & Negotiation

Volkswagen Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Volkswagen Group of America seeks a procurement professional to lead the sourcing of general industrial and business services. You will establish relationships with business units and suppliers to determine cost-efficient solutions in line with VW Group guidelines.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration across multiple brands and affiliates, requiring strong communication and data-driven decision skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in business or other relevant field.
• 2+ years of professional procurement experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; SAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead buyer for general industrial and business services.
• Develop category management strategies with VW business units to maximize leverage.
• Evaluate bids, negotiate terms & pricing with suppliers.
• Document sourcing activities in VW Group global system (GLOBE).
• Coordinate purchasing activities and benchmark globally with VW Group Purchasing colleagues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Excel

Cross-functional

Sourcing

Data analysis

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Volkswagen Group of America seeks a procurement professional to lead the sourcing of general industrial and business services. You will establish relationships with business units and suppliers to determine cost-efficient solutions in line with VW Group guidelines.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration across multiple brands and affiliates, requiring strong communication and data-driven decision skills.