Senior Buyer

Cooper-Standard Automotive • Northville, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Buyer – Plastics to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for plastic injection molded components. This role is responsible for managing global supplier relationships, driving cost optimization, and supporting new program launches within a complex, fast-paced automotive environment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in plastic injection molded components (Tier 2), with the ability to influence both material strategy and supplier performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
• 5–7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or commodity management within automotive or manufacturing
• Direct experience sourcing plastic injection molded components
• Strong understanding of global supply chains, supplier negotiation, and cost modeling
• Experience working with Tier 1 suppliers and/or OEM-facing environments
• Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing global plastic suppliers
• Familiarity with tooling, molding processes, or material selection
• Exposure to high-volume manufacturing environments

Responsibilities

• Own global sourcing strategy for plastic injection molded components
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management across regional and global suppliers
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through material strategy, supplier consolidation, and commercial negotiations
• Manage relationships with Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers, ensuring performance in quality, delivery, and cost
• Support new product launches, ensuring materials and components are sourced and delivered on time
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to align sourcing strategies
• Monitor market trends, raw material indices, and supply risks to inform sourcing decisions
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and supplier standards

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging.
• Diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.
• Recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism.
• Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws.

What This Job Offers

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