Buyer

We are looking for a talented Buyer to join our team specializing in Purchasing for our CDBS (Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems) Facility in Troy, MI.  

How You Will Make an Impact

• Drive Strategic Sourcing Decisions - Analyze sourcing data, supplier information, and market trends to support informed procurement decisions that optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Deliver Cost Savings Opportunities - Identify process improvements, sourcing efficiencies, and cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining high-quality products and services.
• Execute Procurement Strategies - Support sourcing activities and execute buying strategies that align with business objectives, category plans, and procurement requirements.
• Manage Purchase Orders & Supplier Relationships - Procure inventory, supplies, services, and capital goods while partnering with suppliers to ensure timely order fulfillment and issue resolution.
• Provide Data-Driven Insights - Develop analyses, simulations, benchmarking reports, and recommendations that help sourcing leaders make effective business decisions.
• Support Contract & Compliance Activities - Assist with contract development, minor negotiations, and the management of legal and compliance documentation to support audit and regulatory requirements.
• Lead Systems & Process Excellence - Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for sourcing systems and tools, helping drive process consistency, team effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement Projects - Support or lead special projects, Six Sigma initiatives, and value-capture activities that enhance procurement performance and deliver measurable business results. 

To be successful in this role you will need the following:    

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Expertise - Apply sourcing principles, procurement policies, Source-to-Pay processes, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodologies to make informed supplier and purchasing decisions.
• Data Analytics & Business Acumen - Leverage data analysis, market intelligence, and business insights to identify opportunities, support decision-making, and drive cost and value improvements.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication - Effectively communicate with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and business leaders while balancing competing priorities and managing conflict professionally.
• Risk Management & Ethical Procurement - Proactively identify and mitigate supply base risks, maintain compliance with procurement ethics and confidentiality requirements, and ensure business continuity through sound supplier management practices.
• Program Launch & Cost Management - Be comfortable leading new program sourcing and launch activities, maintaining ownership through PPAP completion, updating pricing across the existing supply base, and delivering year-over-year sourcing and cost-reduction targets.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:  
College, university, or equivalent degree in field appropriate for the function required or equivalent experience required. 
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.  

Experience:  
College, university, or equivalent degree in field appropriate for the function required or equivalent experience required. 
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 

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