Category Buyer

Aston Carter • Dearborn, MI

3d • $35 - $45 • Hybrid

About The Position

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, products, or services. Lead supplier selection, sourcing, and negotiation activities; build and maintain supplier relationships; and manage supplier performance and continuous improvement. Support cost-reduction and productivity objectives, business continuity, and supply-chain risk mitigation. Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management, and analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities. Prepare recommendations and presentations for management review and drive compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.

This is a contract position based in Dearborn, Michigan, with a hybrid workplace arrangement. The stated pay range is $35.00–$45.00 per hour. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, supply chain, supplier management, manufacturing, engineering, operations, or related business functions.
• Purchasing experience in direct purchasing, indirect purchasing, or services purchasing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Strategic sourcing experience.
• Supplier negotiation experience.
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing, logistics, technology, or industrial industries.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of procurement systems and commercial contracting processes.
• Project management experience.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, APICS, or similar credentials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, products, or services.
• Lead supplier selection, sourcing, and negotiation activities.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Manage supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support cost-reduction and productivity objectives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities.
• Support business continuity and supply-chain risk mitigation activities.
• Prepare recommendations and presentations for management review.
• Drive compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions, if eligible.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, if eligible.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
• Transportation benefits, if eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
• Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level