Strategic Mechanical Commodity Buyer — Shape Mobility Future

Stadler US; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity leave

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Stadler US is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commodity Buyer to lead strategic sourcing for mechanical components and assemblies used in rail vehicle production. You will develop commodity strategies, negotiate long-term agreements, and ensure on-time, cost-effective supply while maintaining quality standards across cross-functional teams.

You will read drawings and BOMs, collaborate with Engineering and Production, and drive supplier onboarding and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or similar field.
• Minimum of 2 years in Industrial or Manufacturing purchasing.
• Fluent English required with German a plus
• Resilient and independent personality
• Strong organizational skills and efficient working methods
• Very experienced with Microsoft Office and ERP system (preferable Infor COM)
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mechanical commodities (e.g., fabricated metal components and assemblies, castings, forgings, welded and machined parts)
• Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements; collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, driving cost, quality, and delivery improvements
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs to support procurement and supplier management
• Coordinate between suppliers and Engineering to resolve technical inquiries and manage deviation requests and revisions

Skills

Sourcing strategy development

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

TCO analysis

Reading drawings/BOMs

ERP systems experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Engineering background or related field

Tools

Infor COM

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stadler US is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commodity Buyer to lead strategic sourcing for mechanical components and assemblies used in rail vehicle production. You will develop commodity strategies, negotiate long-term agreements, and ensure on-time, cost-effective supply while maintaining quality standards across cross-functional teams.

You will read drawings and BOMs, collaborate with Engineering and Production, and drive supplier onboarding and continuous improvement.