Strategic Sourcing Analyst — NA Supplier Strategy & Cost Insights

Daimler AG; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler AG is seeking a Supplier Development professional to strengthen the North American supplier base, focusing on localization and competitive sourcing. You will analyze markets, benchmark costs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and QA to drive supplier performance.

Responsibilities include monitoring supplier risk, leading should-cost analyses, and coordinating with central purchasing in Germany.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations, Business Administration/Management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of procurement, supplier quality or supplier management experience.
• Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and cost structures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen a competitive North American supplier base.
• Support localization and sourcing strategies aligned with USMCA.
• Generate supplier market intelligence to inform decisions.
• Conduct cost breakdowns, should-cost analyses, and benchmarks.
• Monitor market developments and identify risk factors.
• Coordinate with central purchasing in Germany.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Cross‑functional collaboration

Analytical skills

MS Excel

German/Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations, or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Daimler AG is seeking a Supplier Development professional to strengthen the North American supplier base, focusing on localization and competitive sourcing. You will analyze markets, benchmark costs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and QA to drive supplier performance.

Responsibilities include monitoring supplier risk, leading should-cost analyses, and coordinating with central purchasing in Germany.