Commodity Buyer

Company In the United States, BILSTEIN of America employs approximately 750 extremely focused, driven and passionate employees in four different locations: San Diego, CA, Mooresville, NC, Troy, MI and our only North American production and headquarters facility in Hamilton, OH. This 24/7 facility uses the newest technology to assemble the majority of our shock-absorber production for three separate yet integral production groups Original Equipment (OE), Aftermarket (AM) and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV). We work with our customers to provide the right system for the desired ride from passive monotube shock absorbers to those that are adjustable, we have you covered for the optimal driving experience. Your responsibilities Summary: The Commodity Buyer leads a cross-functional team to ensure on-time sourcing and supply of goods and services within assigned commodity categories at the Best Total Value for the organization; develops, plans, and executes sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings and supply continuum; negotiates, creates, and maintains supply agreements; ensures compliance of all activities with policies related to Compliance, Sustainability and Risk Management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same. Conducts supply inquiries, requests for quotes, price negotiations, price comparisons, and prepares sourcing decisions in alignment with defined procurement processes. Prepares and conducts negotiations based on cost objectives, market conditions, design and cost models, using appropriate methods and tools (e.g. e-auctions). Searches, identifies, qualifies, develops and manages suppliers to secure the best possible commercial conditions for the organization while ensuring full technical and operational performance, in alignment with applicable global and regional commodity strategies and organizational policies (e.g. sustainability). Monitors price and market development for the relevant raw materials and commodities. Develops and implements sourcing strategies for assigned sourcing categories in order to achieve total cost savings. Supports the Bilstein Group and the thyssenkrupp Clusters and Regions in the development and implementation of Purchasing strategies, improvement measures, and best practices on methods and tools. Monitors supplier performance, ensures improvement measures are being defined and implemented when necessary; supports the organization by escalating problems. Collaborates with relevant functions, such as Logistics, Quality, Production and Engineering for cost-down and optimization activities. Challenges and improves efficiency and effectiveness of purchasing processes and tasks. Consolidates and documents savings and other relevant Key Performance Indicators Ensures compliance of all activities with policies related to Compliance, Sustainability and Risk Management. Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Your profile Qualifications & Experience: Experience as a Buyer in a IATF16949 Tier I or II automotive company preferred. Experience in international business and supplier sourcing preferred Experience buying engineered components (e.g. metal stampings, compression and injection rubber, screw machine & CNC parts, plastic injection molded parts, blow molded plastic, weldments, hot & cold formed springs, tube products) preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing processes to include supplier selection techniques, request for quote, negotiation and sourcing decision. Demonstrated problem solving skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoi