Buyer 1, Suspension Parts

Nissan Motor Corporation • Farmington Hills, MI

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Nissan is seeking a Buyer 1, Hard Suspension Parts to join its team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The role supports sourcing, cost reduction, and strategic purchasing activities for assigned commodities. The Buyer analyzes and validates data, tracks performance metrics, prepares reports and presentations, and collaborates with internal teams and suppliers to support purchasing objectives and process improvements.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, with work in the Farmington Hills office Monday through Thursday, and requires the ability to travel up to 25%. A bachelor's degree is required, though equivalent experience may be considered. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Nissan describes opportunities for career growth and continuous learning, including cross-departmental career paths, learning platforms, seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package and Nissan vehicle lease and purchase program perks. Employment is contingent on successful drug and background screenings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 0 to 2 years of experience, or 8 years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Candidates with an associate’s degree must have 4 additional years of equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to work on-site in Farmington Hills, Michigan, as part of the hybrid schedule.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to provide proof of employment eligibility at hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prior automotive internship or Tier 1 supplier experience.
• Experience supporting suspension systems or suspension components.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and interest in future leadership opportunities within a global organization.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take ownership of issues and drive resolution to complex challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, with a high level of accuracy and accountability in work products and deliverables.
• Adaptable and receptive to feedback, with strong problem-solving skills and commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate commodity pricing and support cost reduction initiatives to achieve departmental goals.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies, evaluate suppliers, and recommend competitive sourcing solutions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and engineers to understand commodity requirements and align purchasing with business needs.
• Manage contracts, purchase orders, cost reduction plans, and savings validation for assigned commodities.
• Monitor supplier performance and departmental objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional issue resolution and implement mitigation actions as needed to meet quality, cost, delivery, and timing targets.
• Analyze and validate data, track performance metrics, and prepare reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to support purchasing objectives and process improvements.

Benefits

• Career growth and continuous learning opportunities, including diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, learning platforms, seminars, and leadership training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, mental health support, parental leave, and retirement savings.
• Employee Lease Program discounts on lease vehicles.
• Vehicle Purchase Program perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level