Commodity Buyer - PM

At MAHLE, a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we focus on making mobility more efficient, environmentally friendly, convenient, and economical. Our dual strategy includes advancing the intelligent combustion engine for hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels, as well as technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility. With sales of €11.3 billion in 2025 and nearly 65,000 employees across 127 production locations and 11 technology centers in 28 countries, MAHLE is a global leader in shaping future mobility.

About the role

As a Commodity Buyer reporting to the Director of Purchasing, you will drive cost-saving initiatives by strategically identifying opportunities and applying critical thinking to develop long-term sourcing solutions. This role proactively monitors supply risks and market trends, leveraging negotiation and strategic sourcing tactics to secure sustainable supplier partnerships for future development projects. You will ensure optimal pricing, quality, and delivery performance while fostering strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve supplier capability gaps impacting future product development.
• Lead and coordinate supplier transitions for strategic sourcing initiatives and distressed supplier recovery.
• Support the development and execution of commodity strategies aligned with business goals.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and contribute to Purchase Price Variance (PPV) tracking and reporting.
• Execute additional duties as required based on commodity needs and evolving business priorities.
• Manage up to 25% domestic and international travel to support supplier and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date data in JIRA, Jaggaer, and SAP systems.
• Negotiate optimal sourcing solutions in alignment with commodity strategies while fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across engineering, quality, and operations.
• Support and lead additional projects and assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant purchasing or sourcing experience, preferably within the automotive industry; 5+ years strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver effective presentations and manage supplier relationships.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiations, product development processes, and supplier management.
• Advanced skills in negotiation, financial cost analysis, and market trend evaluation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Proven strengths in time management, project management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Working knowledge of key manufacturing processes, including stamping, injection molding, and casting.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with SAP is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Company health insurance
• Casualty insurance
• Discount platform for employees
• Life insurance
• Comprehensive benefits package 'MAHLEforMe'
• Additional maternity pay
• Mobile working options
• Standardized onboarding process
• Paid holiday

Schedule

• Full-time

Location: Farmington Hills, MI, US, 48335

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas.