Buyer - Plant

Job Overview

As a Buyer in our manufacturing plant, you will help secure reliable supply, strengthen supplier partnerships, and contribute to efficient, cost-conscious purchasing processes.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of market analyses and the implementation of category strategies for the plant.
• Develop and execute profitable purchasing strategies and negotiation approaches in close alignment with relevant functions and stakeholders.
• Maintain continuous monitoring of the supply market and manage the supplier portfolio to ensure quality, cost efficiency, on-time delivery, sustainability, and compliance with contractual and legal requirements.
• Negotiate prices and conditions in line with internal purchasing guidelines and contractual requirements, and manage supplier contracts professionally.
• Carefully coordinate the assigned suppliers, including purchase price planning and the definition and tracking of saving initiatives that support plant performance.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in purchasing, procurement, or a comparable commercial role, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and confidence in supplier management.
• Good command of English.

Structured, analytical, and team-oriented way of working.

External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.120.15 is required.

“US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Our Offering

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement savings options: Competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%) for a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: Skill development workshops and ongoing learning and development programs through Schaeffler Academy.
• Wellness initiatives: Programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health.

See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits

Our Offering

We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.