Strategic Indirect Commodity Buyer — Sourcing & Negotiations

Autocar Trucks; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Autocar, LLC in Birmingham, AL is seeking a strategic Commodity Buyer-Indirect to shape and optimize supplier partnerships for cost, quality, and delivery excellence. You will develop sourcing strategies and work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier partners.

The role focuses on negotiations, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement, with a collaborative, results-driven culture that values integrity and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of purchasing or buyer experience preferred.
• Automotive or commercial vehicle industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily procurement activities supporting prototype, development, and production requirements.
• Manage logistics, quality, and financial interactions with suppliers.
• Develop, negotiate, and implement commodity strategies that improve supplier performance and maximize value.
• Lead supplier negotiations and establish supply agreements aligned with business objectives.
• Contribute technical and commercial roadmaps while actively participating in the Autocar buyer network.
• Drive initiatives focused on Quality, Delivery, Cost, Project Management, and Risk Mitigation.
• Partner with Engineering and Supplier Development teams to identify, monitor, and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Forecast cost trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure supply chain success.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Job description

Autocar, LLC in Birmingham, AL is seeking a strategic Commodity Buyer-Indirect to shape and optimize supplier partnerships for cost, quality, and delivery excellence. You will develop sourcing strategies and work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier partners.

The role focuses on negotiations, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement, with a collaborative, results-driven culture that values integrity and professional growth.