Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Brake Calipers (Global Purchasing)
Core
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and commercial negotiations for brake calipers and braking systems, aligning supplier strategy with the industry shift toward electric vehicles.
Role type
Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer (Automotive)
Builds
Global supply chain for safety-critical chassis components
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Supply Chain Management
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, supplier relationship management, should-cost modeling, product teardown analysis, market intelligence, financial acumen, business case development, data analysis
Preferred skills
MBA or master's degree, deep understanding of automotive supplier cost structures (materials, labor, overhead, casting, machining), translating financial data into sourcing strategies
Technologies
Excel, Power BI
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing from RFQ issuance through contract award; Drive commercial negotiations on piece price, tooling costs, and annual cost-reduction targets; Manage supplier relationships, long-term agreements, and resolve commercial disputes; Identify cost-saving opportunities using should-cost modeling and market intelligence; Partner cross-functionally with Engineering and Finance; Build and present sourcing recommendations and financial analyses to leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC