Commodity buyer

Role Summary

The Commodity Buyer is responsible for developing and implementing regional and global purchasing strategies for assigned commodities, ensuring competitive pricing, supplier management, and achievement of cost‑saving objectives. This role requires strong negotiation skills, industry expertise, and a strategic vision to optimize costs and secure supply continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct annual price negotiations with relevant suppliers to meet or exceed budget savings/PPV targets.
• Secure the most competitive prices in the global supply market for assigned commodities.
• Develop a comprehensive regional and global commodity purchasing strategy (3–5 year outlook) aligned with corporate and PBU strategies.
• Lead the global implementation of commodity strategies, including regional action plans.
• Collaborate closely with Supplier Quality to monitor and resolve supplier PPM issues.
• Initiate and/or support VAVE projects for cost reduction initiatives.
• Manage the full supplier lifecycle: from onboarding new suppliers to phase‑out, compiling market intelligence, identifying risks and opportunities, and ensuring data transparency.

Required Competencies

• Experience in the automotive/manufacturing industry.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Commodity Buyer.
• 2–3 years of experience in global commodity management within the automotive sector.
• Hands‑on experience with commodities such as plastics, stampings, and textiles.
• Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken).
• Advanced Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.