Schaeffler

Project Purchasing Professional

Schaeffler

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Troy • Missouri • United States

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About the role

  • Support market analysis development and implement targeted category strategies to optimize purchasing.
  • Define and coordinate profitable purchasing strategies and negotiation tactics across divisions and functions.
  • Continuously monitor supply markets, optimizing the supplier portfolio for quality, cost efficiency, timely delivery, sustainability, and compliance.
  • Lead negotiations on prices and contract terms within the framework of strategic material agreements and supplier contracts.
  • Manage procurement categories, including purchase price planning and the identification of cost-saving projects.
  • Drive project management efforts for Humanoid Robotics launches, ensuring seamless purchasing integration from initiation to execution.
  • Participate in or lead technical cost-saving initiatives relevant to assigned projects.
  • Oversee and support Purchasing Price Analysis (PPA) projects within the North America business unit, ensuring alignment with unit objectives.
  • Execute additional tasks as delegated by management to support organizational goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in strategic purchasing and supplier management within complex, cross-divisional environments.
  • Strong negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Capable of interfacing with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel and management both domestically and internationally.
  • Excellent PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office suites.
  • Proficient knowledge of market analysis tools and supply chain optimization techniques; MRP experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication and project management capabilities combined with a proactive approach.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match
  • Regular employee appreciation and company events
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
strategic purchasingsupplier managementmarket analysiscost-saving initiativesproject managementpurchase price planningsupply chain optimizationMRP
Soft Skills
negotiationproblem-solvingindependent workcommunicationproactive approach
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree