Mobile Machinery Category Buyer

Cleveland-Cliffs

6d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel is seeking a Mobile Machinery Category Buyer to manage procurement strategies, lifecycle planning, and operational support for our mobile equipment fleet (service and rentals). This role includes developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing vendor selection, leading negotiations, and building strong, long-term supplier partnerships.

Requirements

Experience with operation, repair, purchasing of management of either fleet management, mobile machinery or heavy industrial operations.
Understanding of equipment maintenance and lifecycle planning.
Demonstrated strong communication and negotiation skills (verbal and written), and attention to detail.
Capability of learning procurement systems and purchasing practices
Strong organizational and communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel domestically (up to 25%).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or at least 5 years of equivalent experience.
Background in either heavy industry, steel, or fleet operations.
Familiarity with maintenance, reliability, and vendor coordination.

Responsibilities

Serve as the main contact for mobile machinery strategy and lifecycle management.
Oversee maintenance programs, vendor services, and preventive maintenance.
Monitor mobile machinery needs, life cycles, and contract timelines across sites.
Partner with Operations and Engineering to define specifications and optimize fleet mix.
Track utilization, plan replacements, and support long-term fleet strategy.
Monitor performance, reliability, and cost to identify improvements.
Evaluate supplier performance and support contracts and pricing.
Ensure billing accuracy and maintain fleet records.
Perform other duties as assigned.