SVC Buyer - Raw Material

Davita Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Service Center Buyer to oversee procurement of Flat Sheet Steel Products. The role involves leading sourcing and contractual negotiations, supporting multiple sites across the US and beyond, and engaging with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes. Candidates should possess strong negotiation and analytical skills, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Business or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in cross-functional team environments.
• Strong organizational and strategic negotiation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Flat Sheet Steel Product procurement.
• Lead steel sourcing processes and negotiations.
• Manage commercial relationships with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Business or related discipline

Tools

Basic Excel

Job description

Just like a bridge, our mission in purchasing is to connect internal and external partners to deliver world class results. We build our bridge together on solid foundational values. Our global purchasing team sources over $80 billion in products and services annually. We deliver world class results by embracing our values of Belief, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, Growth, and Energy (BRIDGE) as they are the framework for our culture. We believe in a work-life balance and provide team members opportunities for mentoring, learning & development, and exposure to senior leadership.We take great pride in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees can leverage strengths, experiences and perspectives. At Stellantis, we believe it is the diversity of talent and perspective that allows us to take a visionary approach, to strategically apply new technologies and forge ahead in our industry in innovation and performance.Service Center Buyer is responsible for sourcing activities supporting Raw Material - Steel commodity. Knowledge of commodity is a plus, but not a requirement.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Responsible for Flat Sheet Steel Product procurement for Direct and Resale locations

• Lead and conclude Steel Sourcing process (RFQ, Allocation, Sourcing Recommendation)

• Take a key role in Annual Service Center Steel Contract negotiations

• Lead the resolution and negotiations of commercial issues

• Provide full support to Steel Service Centers - covering operations in US, CA and MX;

• Execute Quarterly Price Adjustments

• Manage and support Steel Supply issues (shortages)

• Support Cross-functional teams in different activities such as TCR/Business case study etc.


• Basic Excel knowledge is a must for this position.

The selected candidate will interact with many cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Finance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Business, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, or related discipline

• Negotiation skills and the ability to think and act strategically

• Analytical skills

• Experience in working in cross-functional teams

• Well organized, self-motivated, and resourceful managing complex situations

• Ability to support all aspects of the commercial relationship with the supply base and key internal stakeholders

• Must be skilled at relationship building, cost analysis, negotiation (both internal and external), benchmarking, time management and presentations to all levels of management