Commodity Buyer

ST Engineering North America

Entry-level buyer managing supplier relationships and the procurement process at ST Engineering. Responsibilities include supplier negotiations, contract administration, and cross-functional collaboration.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeBaltimore • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,500 - $93,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the entire life cycle of the supplier relationship including the following: Bidder list development, RFQ, bid analysis, down select, negotiations, Deal Review preparation & presentation, Contract award, bid process documentation, PO release and Fulfillment.
Manage supplier OTD & Quality metrics
Assist Sourcing Manager with day-to-day functions
Status delivery & commitments from suppliers
Support accurate and timely supplier shipments through receipt
Support Aftermarket repair orders and Aftermarket supplier contract administration
Drive MRB documentation between the supplier and internal parties
Drive supplier recovery planning & execution as necessary
Define, present & administer supplier strategy to ensure best overall value is obtained, including consistent delivery to schedule & quality requirements
Assist and support supplier negotiations and special projects as required
Monitor engineering change activity & lead detailed overlap process with supplier(s)
Communicate and coordinate activities as required with cross-functional groups including; Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal & Manufacturing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business degree is preferred) or 3 years of purchasing/sourcing experience in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.
A ‘U.S. Person,’ includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States.
1-3 years of strategic sourcing experience including RFP’s, supplier selection, PO placement, supplier order status/tracking
Knowledge in hydraulics, valves, sensors, electronics, metallics, etc.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong Excel skills and other Microsoft Office tools
Familiar with ERP systems (SAP desired)
Aerospace industry experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
Health Flexible Spending Accounts
Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
Immediate 401k vesting
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Supplier SelectionPO PlacementBid Process DocumentationQuality Metrics ManagementHydraulics KnowledgeValves KnowledgeSensors KnowledgeElectronics KnowledgeMetallics KnowledgeExcel Proficiency

Soft Skills

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced EnvironmentCommunication SkillsCross-Functional Coordination