Supply Chain Analyst, Connectivity – Digital Systems

Jobtailor; Dearborn (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Dearborn, MO seeks a supply chain professional to support sourcing and commodity strategies for electronic components across vehicle programs. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor supply risks, and collaborate with engineering, planning, and manufacturing to align supply with program needs.

Requires 3+ years in purchasing or strategic sourcing, with a technical background in engineering, supply chain, or business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Business is required.
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, strategic sourcing, or supply chain roles.
• Experience with suppliers, negotiations, or commercial activities.
• Experience supporting electronic component supply chains and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and supply strategies for electronic commodities across vehicle programs.
• Manage day-to-day supplier relationships and collaborate with Tier 1 and 2 suppliers.
• Monitor semiconductor and electronic component supply and support mitigation actions.
• Assist commercial activities including supplier negotiations and cost management.
• Partner with Engineering, Material Planning & Logistics, Manufacturing, Finance, and Programs teams.
• Develop and maintain reporting on supply risks, inventory, and supplier performance.
• Support commodity strategies, sourcing plans, and long-range supply planning.
• Collaborate with global teams across North America, Europe, China, and joint ventures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Relationship management

Supplier negotiations

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Business

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and supply strategies for electronic commodities across multiple vehicle programs.
• Manage day‑to‑day supplier relationships and collaborate with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers to improve supply visibility and performance.
• Monitor semiconductor and electronic component supply, identify potential risks, and support mitigation and recovery actions.
• Support commercial activities including supplier negotiations, capacity planning discussions, and cost management initiatives.
• Partner with Engineering, Material Planning & Logistics, Manufacturing, Finance, and Program teams to align supply with business requirements.
• Develop and maintain reporting on supply risks, inventory levels, supplier performance, and recovery actions.
• Support commodity strategies, sourcing plans, and long‑range supply planning activities.
• Collaborate with global teams across North America, Europe, China, and joint ventures to address supply challenges and share best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, strategic sourcing, supply chain, commodity management, or a related field.
• Experience working with suppliers, negotiations, or commercial activities.
• Experience supporting electronic component supply chains, manufacturing operations, or technology‑focused products.
• Basic understanding of semiconductors, memory, PCBAs, or other electronic components.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes, supplier management, and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical, communication, problem‑solving, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain
• Bachelor's degree in Business