Commodity Buyer Job at OPmobility, Troy, MI

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  • OPmobility
  • Troy, MI

Job Description

Mission

As a Commodity Buyer , you will play a key role in shaping global procurement strategies and driving cost optimization for critical commodities. You’ll lead cross-functional teams regionally and globally to develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies that deliver measurable results.

Your mission includes:

  • Building strong supplier partnerships within an Extended Enterprise framework
  • Driving aggressive material cost reduction targets
  • Leveraging market insights and data to influence strategic decisions
  • Ensuring compliance and mitigating supply chain risks in a dynamic global environment

This is a salaried, exempt position requiring occasional domestic and international travel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute global commodity strategies, including supply positioning, bid list development, and cost structure analysis.
  • Cost Optimization: Achieve savings objectives through negotiation, VAVE initiatives, and continuous improvement.
  • Risk Management: Identify supply chain risks, implement mitigation plans, and monitor geopolitical and economic factors.
  • Compliance & Contracts: Collaborate with Legal to ensure sound contractual agreements (Master Agreements, Confidentiality, Consignment, etc.).
  • Performance Tracking: Report monthly cost reduction performance vs. targets.
  • Program Support: Manage RFQs, approve sourcing decisions, and ensure alignment with global strategies throughout the program lifecycle.

Core Activities

  • Lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) projects from concept to implementation.
  • Develop cost models and estimating tools for assigned commodities.
  • Conduct supplier audits and performance assessments.
  • Drive supplier scorecard initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing plants to maintain a robust and reliable supply base.

What Success Looks Like

  • Meeting or exceeding cost reduction targets
  • Strong supplier relationships and performance improvements
  • Effective risk mitigation and compliance adherence
  • Positive impact on global sourcing strategies

Profile Required

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Finance (preferred)
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in purchasing or commodity buying (manufacturing environment preferred)
  • CPM certification is a plus

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to influence and align stakeholders across all levels
  • Advanced knowledge of purchasing practices and ERP systems
  • Highly organized, self-driven, and results-oriented
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with data-driven decision-making

Preferred: Experience in plastics or fuel line commodities

Job Tags

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