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Group Leader Purchasing

Location:

Troy, MI, US, 48083

Job Requisition ID: 37523

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage a team of 1-3 direct reports to implement purchasing strategies, policies, and procedures.

+ Develop and maintain supplier partnerships focused on quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) performance.

+ Plan, prioritize, and manage resources and budgets within the assigned area.

+ Drive and support E-mobility Business Unit purchasing initiatives, including project launches, cost structure, and technical cost reduction.

+ Manage purchasing activities for RFQs, kickoffs, and follow-ups to ensure on-time delivery and milestone achievement.

+ Lead and participate in technical cost-saving initiatives and continuous process improvement efforts to reduce total costs.

+ Support departmental and third-party budget development and control.

+ Identify, develop, and onboard new suppliers aligned with Business Unit and corporate purchasing strategies.

+ Act as the purchasing lead for North America E-mobility projects and support broader NA footprint and sustainability initiatives.

+ Assist in regional budget planning and actively support business growth by meeting customer quote, cost, and delivery targets.

+ Participate in cross-functional program teams as the purchasing representative for assigned projects.

+ Lead supplier negotiations and implement purchasing activities aligned with divisional and global strategic initiatives.

Your Qualifications

+ Bachelors degree in Business and/or Supply Chain

+ 5+ years purchasing experience

+ Strong negotiation, Project Management and Assertive Problem Solving Skills

+ Strong Blueprint Comprehension

+ Basic Mechanical and Technical Comprehension

+ Ability to work independently in a fast paced, high-volume environment

+ Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel and management both domestic and abroad

+ Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results both individually and through your team

+ Automotive Industry Purchasing experince highly Preferred

+ Previous Leadershp experience preferred

+ MRP experience preferred

Our Offering

+ Medical, dental and vision insurance

+ Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match

+ Regular employee appreciation and company events

+ Please see all our benefit offerings at Schaeffler Benefits (https://schaefflerbenefits.com/)

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Your contact

Schaeffler Transmission Systems, LLC

Kenneth R Cummings

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Keywords: Supply Chain Management;

**Nearest Major Market:** Troy

**Nearest Secondary Market:** Detroit

**Job Segment:** Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Buyer, Management, Operations, Finance