Strategic Iron Casting Sourcing Lead

Dana Incorporated; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated in Maumee, OH is seeking a senior procurement professional to manage global spend for designated commodity categories within North America. The role emphasizes reducing spend, consolidating processes, and ensuring supply continuity across Dana contracts.

You will generate strategic recommendations using total cost of ownership analyses, lead negotiations, and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet project milestones and supplier performance goals.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Business (Supply Chain Management or Purchasing preferred) or Engineering.
• Professional Supply chain certification preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, preferred.
• Strong team player with cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Willing to travel about 10%.

Responsibilities

• Formulate annual plans for cost reductions and performance improvement.
• Obtain and analyze quotes to determine best value and global sourcing solutions.
• Develop and explain commodity strategies and track to them.
• Prepare and review RFQ packages and negotiate basic contract terms.
• Lead multiple projects, ensuring milestones and PPAP readiness.
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues for resolution.
• Collaborate with other departments to reduce inventory needs.

Skills

Cost reduction

Sourcing strategy

RFQ/RFI

Negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Vendor management

Education

Engineering degree

Bachelor's degree

Supply chain certification

Job description

Dana Incorporated in Maumee, OH is seeking a senior procurement professional to manage global spend for designated commodity categories within North America. The role emphasizes reducing spend, consolidating processes, and ensuring supply continuity across Dana contracts.

You will generate strategic recommendations using total cost of ownership analyses, lead negotiations, and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet project milestones and supplier performance goals.