Buyer

Inteva Products • Troy, MI

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About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and managing direct material components for automotive programs. The role supports cost reduction initiatives, supplier performance management, commodity strategy development, and commercial negotiations. The Buyer works cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and suppliers to help achieve business objectives, timing requirements, and cost targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of purchasing, sourcing, or buyer experience; automotive industry experience is preferred.
• Direct materials purchasing experience involving automotive production parts or components.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive direct materials purchasing experience.
• Experience sourcing vehicle components such as interiors, latches, electrical components, or similar production-related commodities.
• Experience managing a large supplier base; 20+ suppliers preferred.
• Familiarity with Plex ERP system.
• Supply Chain Management degree preferred.
• Electrical commodity sourcing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned direct material commodities, such as interiors, latches, electrical components, or similar automotive components.
• Achieve individual cost savings targets and support annual SCM cost reduction goals.
• Source and negotiate direct material components to meet cost, quality, and timing requirements.
• Identify and nominate qualified suppliers for cross-functional review.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and resolve supplier-related issues.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans as needed.
• Participate in VA/VE workshops and cost reduction initiatives.
• Develop and maintain commodity strategies and market intelligence.
• Create management reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support program success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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