Strategic Buyer Analyst Job at Volkswagen AG (Chattanooga)

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)
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)
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

Commodity Buyer Analyst

Commodity Buyer Analyst, career level 18P, reports to Mark DiRuscio, is located ...

Location

United States , Chattanooga

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of Professional Experience
Bachelor degree or equivalent in business or other relevant field of study
Degree in supply chain managment or logistics
Resource management and prioritization
Displays professional integrity
Demonstrates commitment to self-improvement
Computer savvy – skilled in the use of software
Willing to take on conflict negotiation situations
Problem solving – creating options and solutions
Logistics

Job Responsibility

Establish and achieve an annual business plan to optimize the material cost of assigned parts
Responsible for production parts sourcing for Volkswagen Group of America
Develop and implement localization and hidden cost strategies
Establish and maintain supplier strategy which support regional and global material group strategies
Achieve annual business plan savings commitments as defined by Commodity Manager
Negotiate annual material cost savings with assigned suppliers and material groups and report on a monthly basis
Analyze localization and deep localization rate of assigned parts
Develop and implement strategies to increase localization and deep localization rate
Benchmark competitor products and specifications for cost optimization
Participate in cost reduction workshops to identify alternative materials, manufacturing processes, etc

Fulltime

Commodity Buyer Analyst

Commodity Buyer Analyst, career level 18P, reports to Mark DiRuscio, is located ...

Location

United States , Chattanooga

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of Professional Experience
Bachelor degree or equivalent in business or other relevant field of study
Degree in supply chain managment or logistics
Resource management and prioritization
Displays professional integrity
Demonstrates commitment to self-improvement
Computer savvy – skilled in the use of software
Willing to take on conflict negotiation situations
Problem solving – creating options and solutions
Logistics

Job Responsibility

Manage Exterior Suppliers
Establish and achieve an annual business plan to optimize the material cost of assigned parts
Responsible for production parts sourcing for Volkswagen Group of America
Develop and implement localization and hidden cost strategies
Establish and maintain supplier strategy which support regional and global material group strategies
Achieve annual business plan savings commitments as defined by Commodity Manager
Negotiate annual material cost savings with assigned suppliers and material groups and report on a monthly basis
Analyze localization and deep localization rate of assigned parts. Develop and implement strategies to increase localization and deep localization rate
Benchmark competitor products and specifications for cost optimization. Participate in cost reduction workshops to identify alternative materials, manufacturing processes, etc
Implement regional and global material group strategies. Coordinate as necessary with counterparts within the VW Group

Fulltime

Senior Product Marketing Manager

We’re looking for a Product Marketing Manager with a strong communications backg...

Location

United States , Somerville

Salary:

110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5-10 years of experience in a product marketing or sales engineering role at a B2B hardware or software company
Detail-oriented with a track record of excellence in project management
Passionate about technology and interested in 3D printing
Successful in collaborating with sales and marketing teams to create product training material including value propositions and differentiation
Conducted independent primary and 5-secondary market research to understand trends and analyze competitive landscapes
Proven ability to work independently and cross-functionally to complete projects
Tactfully manage by influence with leaders across the organization
High level of initiative and strong business judgment
comfortable solving strategic problems in real time
Ability to think holistically, and contribute business value outside of your core lane

Job Responsibility

Be the 'quarterback' of our launches of our new hardware, software, and materials products
Nurture existing products by executing changes in marketing and positioning
Connect market and technology trends with Formlabs' products to build product positioning and messaging for verticals, buyer personas, and use cases
Regularly track, and assess competitors, and adjust Formlabs' product marketing accordingly as industry situation changes
Communicate our products across all mediums in succinct and compelling ways, and anticipate and circumvent possible confusion or questions
Develop technical training, messaging decks, internal FAQs, product guides, etc. that allow our sales team to succeed while driving competitive differentiation
Promote and demo Formlabs products at conferences, trade shows, events and to analysts and potential customers
Develop deep expertise in our 3D printing technologies, materials, and portfolio

What we offer

Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401K matching and access to financial advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community

Fulltime

SEO Manager

Appian is looking for an SEO Manager to lead our organic visibility strategy bey...

Location

United States , McLean

Salary:

Not provided

Appian Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in SEO, Digital PR, organic growth, or digital marketing, preferably within a B2B technology or SaaS environment
Proven experience developing organic strategies across both owned and third-party digital channels
Strong understanding of modern SEO principles, semantic search, schema markup, contextual citations, and AI-driven search behavior
Familiarity with Generative Engine Optimization and Answer Engine Optimization concepts, including how LLMs and AI search engines aggregate third-party data and citations
Hands-on experience optimizing non-traditional search environments such as YouTube, Reddit, owned communities, Quora, B2B directories, analyst platforms, and digital publication networks
Strong analytical skills with experience using SEO, visibility, analytics, and reporting tools to measure impact and guide strategy
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build consensus across PR, brand, partner marketing, content, web, and demand generation teams
Highly curious, proactive, and comfortable operating in a rapidly evolving search and digital discovery landscape
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Information Technology, or a related field

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute a comprehensive organic discovery strategy optimized for AI search engines, LLMs, answer engines, and traditional search engines
Strengthen Appian’s off-site brand authority through contextual citations, high-quality mentions, backlinks, and strategic third-party visibility
Monitor and optimize Appian’s brand presence across partner networks, B2B directories, community platforms, and other high-value third-party ecosystems
Stay ahead of emerging search trends, algorithm changes, AI search behavior, and generative discovery developments to continuously evolve Appian’s organic visibility strategy
Partner with Strategic Communications and Public Relations teams to maximize the search value of editorials, press releases, executive thought leadership, and earned media
Support backlink acquisition, brand citation quality, and referral conversion opportunities across external publications and market reports
Monitor external content to ensure Appian’s brand references are accurate, optimized, and discoverable by search engines and AI-driven platforms
Identify high-authority third-party websites, digital publications, and executive profiling opportunities that support Appian’s organic discovery goals
Lead the organic search strategy for YouTube, including video optimization, metadata, descriptions, playlists, and channel architecture
Improve Appian’s visibility and authority across relevant communities and forums, including Appian Community, Reddit, Quora, and other buyer research environments

What we offer

Training and Development
Growth Opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Community
Health coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
Life and disability insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Retirement/pension plan
Wellness dollars

Fulltime

Technical Product Marketing Manager

We’re looking for a Technical Product Marketing Manager to own competitive intel...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

140000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Arize

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5–7 years of experience in product marketing, sales, competitive intelligence, or strategy
Strong writing skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, actionable insight
Ability to read and reason about code, APIs, and technical documentation to understand product capabilities and competitive differences
Structured thinker with strong synthesis skills
Experience working cross-functionally with sales teams and supporting live deals
Comfortable using AI tools (Claude Code, Cursor, or similar tools) as part of daily workflows
Deep curiosity about how and why products, markets, and buyers behave
Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes ownership of outcomes

Job Responsibility

Own ongoing competitive monitoring across product launches, pricing changes, messaging shifts, and sales motions
Build AI-assisted workflows to aggregate signals from websites, changelogs, reviews, analyst commentary, and market conversations
Distill findings into sharp, opinionated insights that clarify implications for our positioning and sales strategy
Maintain and continuously evolve battlecards and competitive briefs that reflect current market dynamics
Identify emerging patterns and share insights and recommendations to product and revenue leadership
Partner closely with sales to translate positioning into practical talk tracks and objection-handling frameworks
Create and iterate on battlecards, differentiation frameworks, and competitive guides that improve how we compete throughout the entire sales cycle
Participate in deal reviews to understand how competitive dynamics unfold in real conversations
Train reps on how to use competitive materials effectively, and continuously refine enablement assets based on field feedback
Design repeatable AI-assisted research workflows to track and analyze competitive signals

Fulltime

Business Analyst - Supply Chain

Location

India , Bangalore

Salary:

Not provided

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4 - 7 years of experience in business analytics related to supply chain, purchasing, logistics, customer service, or similar functions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience working with large data sets
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications
Experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and process improvement
Graduate in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field

Job Responsibility

Allocate inventory and release customer orders ready for shipment to 3PL in JDE as per standard operating procedures
Update sales orders with accurate shipping costs provided by 3PL before shipment
Request supplier quotations, follow up on pricing, and support the customer quoting process
Support new part creation and maintain master data accuracy by updating missing, invalid, or expired data
Monitor customer sales orders and identify risks impacting on-time delivery performance
Monitor supplier purchase orders and identify risks related to late deliveries
Create processes to capture and track root causes of late customer orders
Prepare root cause Pareto charts and Daily Visual Management reports
Create and maintain dashboards, charts, and reports for revenue, late purchase orders, late sales orders, PPV, master data accuracy, buyer metrics, and other supply chain KPIs
Develop and maintain supplier scorecards for monthly and quarterly supplier business reviews

Fulltime

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