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Strategic Buyer Analyst

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Volkswagen AG

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United States , Chattanooga

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Job Description:

This role, based in Chattanooga, TN, focuses on strategic commodity sourcing, supplier management, and procurement process improvement within Volkswagen Group of America.

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
  • Assist supplier registration process on VWGroupSupply.com database
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement
  • Initiate & implement special strategic Purchasing projects & Cost reduction initiatives
  • Train other buyers on proper process and procedure, providing direction and guidance as needed

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

Nice to have:

  • German language capability
  • Ability to network across cultures/languages
  • Experienced in data-driven decision analysis
  • Change management & Project Management experience
  • Global automotive procurement experience
  • SAP Knowledge

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 31, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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