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Strategic Buyer Analyst

This role, based in Chattanooga, TN, focuses on strategic commodity sourcing, su...

Location

United States , Chattanooga

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Self-motivated with ability to work independently
Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers
Flexibility and professionalism in dealing with suppliers and internal customers
Ability to manage collaborative strategic procurement projects across multiple brands, business units and/or affiliate locations
Influencing and negotiation skills
Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Strong Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)
Proven negotiation and problem solving skills

Job Responsibility

Lead buyer for marketing and sales related services
Develop and execute category management strategies cooperatively with VW business units to maximize commercial leverage
Assist in developing specifications, bid terms and contractual language for competitive bid processes according to the VW Group purchasing standards
Develop and implement pricing and commercial term negotiation strategies
Evaluate bids, negotiate terms & pricing, and present recommended supplier to sourcing committees
Document sourcing activities through VW Group global purchasing system 'GLOBE'
Provide resolution of purchasing-related problems with other functions within VWGoA and VW Group companies
Maintain current project tracking system that can be easily accessed and understood in buyer’s absence
Coordinate Purchasing activities and benchmark globally with other VW Group Purchasing colleagues
Analyze supply base and competition with reference to price, capacity, and quality as well as monitor the integration of current and potential suppliers in order to establish a sound supplier base

Fulltime

Strategic Buyer Analyst

To ensure that all Goods and Services for VW especially but not limited to marke...

Location

United States , Chattanooga

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Self-motivated with ability to work independently
Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers
Flexibility and professionalism in dealing with suppliers and internal customers
Ability to manage collaborative strategic procurement projects across multiple brands, business units and/or affiliate locations
Influencing and negotiation skills
Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Strong Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)
Proven negotiation and problem solving skills

Job Responsibility

Lead buyer for marketing and sales related services
Develop and execute category management strategies cooperatively with VW business units to maximize commercial leverage
Assist in developing specifications, bid terms and contractual language for competitive bid processes according to the VW Group purchasing standards
Develop and implement pricing and commercial term negotiation strategies
Evaluate bids, negotiate terms & pricing, and present recommended supplier to sourcing committees
Document sourcing activities through VW Group global purchasing system 'GLOBE'
Provide resolution of purchasing-related problems with other functions within VWGoA and VW Group companies
Maintain current project tracking system that can be easily accessed and understood in buyer’s absence
Coordinate Purchasing activities and benchmark globally with other VW Group Purchasing colleagues
Analyze supply base and competition with reference to price, capacity, and quality as well as monitor the integration of current and potential suppliers in order to establish a sound supplier base

What we offer

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug free workplace
Pre-employment substance abuse testing

Fulltime

Product Development Sourcing Manager

This position works with key domestic and international vendors, Food Merchandis...

Location

United States , Grand Rapids

Salary:

Not provided

Meijer

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant area required (Sourcing, Procurement, Product Development, Merchandising, Manufacturing)
4+ years of experience in product sourcing both domestically and globally
Product Sourcing Manager experience for a retailer, wholesaler or manufacturer and have 4+ years of experience with steady progression to positions of increased responsibility
Must have a successful track record sourcing raw materials/finished product both domestically and globally and sourcing hard (traded inputs) commodities, soft commodities (buyer/seller markets), and value-added products
Must have a robust understanding of how key cost inputs and global supply/demand trends contribute to volatile market conditions and be able to execute corresponding category level risk mitigation strategies
Must be aware of current trends in the industry
Proven ability to develop sourcing strategies for raw materials and finished products
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proactive thinker and problem solver
Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills

Job Responsibility

Providing domestic and global product sourcing expertise to the team and the entire Foods organization utilizing a skill set that includes sourcing strategy development, vendor identification/evaluation, negotiation, and on-going management
Manages complex supplier negotiations that include multi-platform categories and complex distribution channels
Partnering with the Director of Sourcing, Sourcing Team Manager, Merchandise Buyers, Own Brand Leads and other Meijer cross-functional positions (e.g. QA, Regulatory, Packaging, etc)

What we offer

Weekly pay
Scheduling flexibility
Paid parental leave
Paid education assistance
Team member discount
Development programs for advancement and career growth

Fulltime

Product Launch Buyer

The BorgWarner Arden campus offers two world class technical centers and a cutti...

Location

United States , Arden

Salary:

70400.00 - 96800.00 USD / Year

BorgWarner

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related)
1-2 years purchasing experience (automotive environment desired)
Good knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, commercial understanding, and cost breakdown
Must have strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
good presentation skills
strong demonstrated negotiation skills
and can read and interpret drawings/blueprints.
Organizational skills with attention to detail required
ERP/MRP experience preferred (SAP a plus)
Industry knowledge preferred

Job Responsibility

Sourcing and procurement activities for programs to meet program timing and commercial targets under the direction of the Supply Chain Supervisor/Manager.
Prepares RFQ’s, summarizes, and presents quotations for prototype and production supply.
Developing strategy and timing for procurement of new components to meet stakeholder expectations.
Identifying, developing, and qualifying new suppliers to achieve program goals.
Supporting supplier risk assessment evaluations and mitigation actions.
Adhering to commodity strategies (global & local)
Reporting progress against KPI metrics to measure progress against goals.
Aligning sourcing to the global guidelines.
Follows the supplier selection process to identify and recommend optimal source selection considering criteria such as value, risk, sustainability, quality, and delivery.
Presenting proposals to a global sourcing review board or a local committee and strategies to management and leadership.

What we offer

Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1

Fulltime

A growing organization is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to suppo...

Location

United States , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
At least 2 years of experience in buying, procurement, or supply chain roles
Experience with global sourcing is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, as well as ERP and sourcing tools
Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Results-driven, proactive, and accountable
Curious, self-motivated learner with an interest in products and processes

Job Responsibility

Research and identify potential suppliers through market analysis, assessing cost, quality, reliability, and delivery capabilities
Maintain and update supplier data to support continuity of supply and reduce risk
Measure and evaluate supplier performance using defined KPIs
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to support cost and quality objectives
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, proactively addressing performance issues and improvement opportunities
Analyze supplier quotes, cost structures, and total cost to support informed sourcing decisions
Monitor market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to support sourcing strategies
Partner with internal stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with broader business goals
Ensure purchased materials and services meet required quality and specification standards
Prepare analysis and reporting to support supply chain leadership and planning teams

What we offer

401(k) with profit sharing
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
Paid time off

Buyer - Healthcare

A wonderful opportunity for an experienced Sourcing professional operating at Bu...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Boots

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relevant Sourcing experience developing new goods for retail products and maintaining KPI’s on an established portfolio of products
Experience within a retail buying, fast paced environment
A strong cross functional player with excellent stakeholder management skills
Experience managing negotiations for spend categories >$5m million dollars ideally on a global level
Experience implementing category sourcing strategies with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results
Knowledge of the strategic sourcing/procurement lifecycle and procurement best practices
Strong commercial acumen and negotiator
Experience working with Profit & Loss (P&L) concepts, such as revenue, COGS, gross profit margin, operating expenses and cash flow with a view to identifying and delivering profit enhancement opportunities

Job Responsibility

Developing our own label healthcare portfolio
Accountable for driving margin for the retailer
Support the management of on-going and new vendor relationships and supplier performance
Ensure regular supplier meetings takes place to set up new relationships for ongoing success and to ensure streams of work remain on track
Supports business recommendations through performing the initial research, analysis and providing clear input in the selection of suppliers in collaboration with a cross-functional team
Support the development and optimisation of a supply base which enables differentiated New Product Development (NPD)
Have category projects to manage, working alongside your fellow Buyers in a similar role

What we offer

Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme

Fulltime

Global Senior Buyer – IT Software

Aptiv is currently searching for Global Senior Buyer – IT Services to be part of...

Location

India , Bangalore

Salary:

Not provided

Aptiv plc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in sourcing and contracting for IT Services
Negotiation skills
Knowledge of Master Service Agreements
Stakeholder management (global suppliers and stakeholders)
Strong relationship and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
Excellent written and verbal communication and problem‑solving skills
Highly driven and motivated

Job Responsibility

Responsible to manage sourcing, negotiation and contracting for Enterprise IT Services
Responsible to deliver cost savings, supplier rationalization, spend consolidation, compliance in contracting and improved payment terms
Manage end-to-end Source‑to‑Contract cycle for the IT Services category
Manage end‑to‑end RFx activities
Partner with the strategic team to implement the IT Services category strategy
Responsible for stakeholder management
internal stakeholders and supplier management

What we offer

Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development)
Life and accident insurance
Sodexo cards for food and beverages
Well‑Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events
EAP Employee Assistance
Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply)
Creche facility for working parents

Fulltime

Commodity Buyer Sr

The Commodity Buyer Sr assists the Commodity Manager in leading the Commodity Te...

Location

United States , Chattanooga

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years automotive purchasing experience
Bachelor degree in Business or Engineering
Advanced Microsoft Office Skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Advanced negotiation skills
Leadership Experience, coordinate team efforts
Advanced knowledge in VW Purchasing Systems
Experience steering the team business plan and supporting colleagues to achieve their targets
Expert level knowledge in key automotive systems
Accustomed to a high pressure environment
Effectively multitasks high priority topics

Job Responsibility

Leads team members in establishing the annual material cost business plan
Continuously monitors Commodity business plan and performs bi-weekly reconciliation
Lead Global Sourcing activities to reduce material cost
Monitor and track Commodity forward and global sourcing status and report monthly
Drive alignment of VW Group Global strategies and initiatives of strategic material groups into the region
Analyze and monitor Global macro-economic, geo-political, and unforeseen events that influence material cost
Identify FOREX opportunities and ensure team achievement of commitments
Drive and analyze localization and deep localization rate
Benchmark competitor products for cost optimization
Participate in cost reduction workshops

What we offer

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug free workplace
Pre-employment substance abuse testing

Fulltime

Buyer - Global Sourcing

Boots

Location:
United Kingdom , Nottingham

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

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