Strategic Sourcing Lead (Senior Buyer)

Dana Incorporated; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated in Novi, MI is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across assigned commodities. You will guide RFQ processes, negotiate terms, and drive cost-reduction initiatives while ensuring quality, delivery, and supply continuity.

Collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Finance and PM teams is essential. You will interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements, travel up to 10%, and maintain strong supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 5-7 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Professional certification (CPSM, CPM, APICS, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience leading RFQ processes, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of sourcing strategies to meet cost, quality, delivery and continuity goals.
• Lead RFI/RFQ activities, supplier evaluations, and sourcing events.
• Analyze quotations and total cost of ownership to identify best value.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through strategic sourcing and VA/VE activities.
• Coordinate sourcing for new program launches and PPAP requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance and PM to resolve supply issues.
• Assess and mitigate supplier risks related to capacity, stability and continuity.
• Track savings, supplier performance metrics, and procurement activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and reduce inventory.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and contractual requirements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

TCO evaluation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk mitigation

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

5–7 years procurement/sourcing experience

Professional certification (CPSM/CPM/APICS) preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Dana Incorporated in Novi, MI is seeking a seasoned procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across assigned commodities. You will guide RFQ processes, negotiate terms, and drive cost-reduction initiatives while ensuring quality, delivery, and supply continuity.

Collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Finance and PM teams is essential. You will interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements, travel up to 10%, and maintain strong supplier