Lead Casting Buyer, Strategic Purchasing
Core
Manage strategic procurement and supplier selection for casting commodities, driving cost reductions and supporting engineering development for off-highway diesel engine components.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement lead (casting commodities)
Builds
Cast components for off-highway diesel engines
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Heavy machinery
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost analysis, commodity strategy development, cross-functional project leadership, budget forecasting, process standardization, compliance management
Preferred skills
Technical understanding of casting processes, international procurement experience, SAP proficiency, German language skills, engineering degree background
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Manage supplier selection and award decisions for casting commodities; Lead contract negotiations including framework agreements; Oversee external procurement processes up to series production; Perform detailed cost and price analyses for cast parts; Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities; Develop commodity strategies aligned with global goals; Lead cross-functional projects with engineering and manufacturing; Provide accurate forecasts for material, tooling, and repair budgets; Support global sourcing initiatives and special projects.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight