Senior Commodity Buyer

Job Description

You play a key role in managing purchasing activities for metal commodities, ensuring sourcing strategies are executed to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets. You work closely with cross‑functional teams to support new programs and optimize material costs across the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and execution of RFQs for metal commodities to support sourcing decisions
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve annual cost savings targets
• Conduct market analysis to track raw material trends and inform sourcing strategies
• Manage supplier contracts and ensure compliance with agreed commercial terms
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (PM, Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing) on program and operational topics
• Monitor and maintain purchasing systems to ensure accurate and up‑to‑date data
• Track price evolution and ensure contract adherence throughout the lifecycle
• Drive material change management processes to support engineering and cost optimization initiatives

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, commodity buying, or supply chain roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or equivalent experience
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills in a manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency in English
• Strong analytical and IT skills, including experience with purchasing systems and data analysis

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

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