Commodity Buyer

Description Commodity Buyer Autocar, LLC Location Birmingham, AL Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for supplier relationships, cost optimization, and supply chain excellence? Join Autocar, one of the most respected names in the vocational truck industry and play a key role in shaping the future of our supply chain. As a Commodity Buyer, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative supply chain team responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies for key commodities. This role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with engineering, supplier development, manufacturing, and supplier partners to drive quality, innovation, cost savings, and operational excellence. What You'll Do In This Role, You Will Perform daily procurement activities supporting prototype, development, and production requirementsManage logistics, quality, and financial interactions with suppliersDevelop, negotiate, and implement commodity strategies that improve supplier performance and maximize valueLead supplier negotiations and establish supply agreements aligned with business objectivesContribute technical and commercial roadmaps while actively participating in the Autocar buyer networkDrive initiatives focused on Quality, Delivery, Cost, Project Management, and Risk MitigationPartner with Engineering and Supplier Development teams to identify, monitor, and mitigate supply chain risksForecast cost trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and continuous improvementBuild strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure supply chain success What You Bring We Are Looking For Candidates Who Will Demonstrate A collaborative mindset and desire to work toward a common purposeStrategic thinking with the ability to understand both internal and external market dynamicsFlexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and influencing skillsAnalytical problem-solving abilities with a systematic approachProcess-driven decision making and executionHigh integrity and commitment to doing what is rightThe ability to build lasting supplier and stakeholder relationships Preferred Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred Experience 2+ years of purchasing or buyer experience preferredRecent engineering graduates with a strong interest in supply chain and procurement are encouraged to applyAutomotive or commercial vehicle industry experience is a plusExperience working in complex supply chain environments preferred Skills Proven supplier negotiation and relationship management skillsStrong business acumen and agility in decision makingKnowledge of sourcing processes, systems, tools, and methodologiesAPICS, CPIM, CSCM, or other supply chain certifications are advantageousAbility to translate data into actionable insights and communicate effectively with stakeholdersStrong customer focus with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements Why Autocar? At Autocar, we build trucks that work as hard as the people who depend on them. Our employees are empowered to make an impact, challenge the status quo, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. When you join Autocar, you'll be part of a team that values: AccountabilityCollaborationInnovationCustomer FocusProfessional Growth If you're ready to help drive sourcing excellence and contribute to a world-class supply chain organization, we'd love to hear from you. Location: Birmingham, AL Birmingham is one of the Southeast’s most dynamic and affordable cities, recognized nationally as a growing business hub and an attractive destination for professionals. The area offers a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan markets, a thriving culinary and entertainment scene, and convenient access to lakes, parks, and weekend destinations throughout the region.Enjoy the best of both worlds—our Autocar facility is located just 20 minutes from downtown Birmingham, providing easy access to the city’s amenities while maintaining a convenient commute. About Autocar Autocar, LLC headquartered in Birmingham, AL, is not just another severe-duty vocational truck manufacturer - we built America’s first motor truck. We carry the first specialized truck brand in North America and are the only American-owned and operated original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of trucks. For over a century, Autocar has stood for purpose-built performance, durability, and reliability in the most demanding vocational applications. Today, that legacy continues with a clear focus: building trucks that work as hard as the people who depend on them. We collaborate with our customers to build trucks to their exact specifications and needs. They operate in environments where failure is not an option, and our products are engineered to meet that standard every day. Autocar’s purpose-built severe-duty refuse truck lines include the Class 6-8 ACMD cabover, Class 8 ACX cabover and the DC-64 Class 8 conventional cab. We recognize that performance and uptime are everything and offer every customer 24/7 access to our ALWAYS UP® direct factory support center staffed by expert technicians who engineer and build Autocar’s trucks. Autocar promises to provide trucks that deliver the best value, provide the best service, and provide a complete solution for customers’ needs. Job Duties Disclaimer The duties and responsibilities outlined here are representative but not exhaustive of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other tasks as necessary to meet business needs. Equal Employment Opportunity Autocar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable Accommodations (ADA Compliance) Autocar complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources. 1