Hiring: Strategic Commodity Buyer- Saginaw Company: Nexteer Automotive Location: Saginaw, MI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:34:40 Employment Type: Contract / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : R About the job Experience: •5+ years in procurement or supply chain management Required Skills: •Electronics will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing •Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA) •For Electronic Power Steering (EPS) systems •. This role involves supplier negotiations, cost management, and ensuring the supply chain meets quality, delivery, and cost objectives. The buyer collaborates with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and supply chain, to optimize sourcing strategies and mitigate risks. •Develop and execute sourcing strategies for PCBA and electronic components used in EPS systems. •Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to enhance cost-effectiveness and supply security. •Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings while ensuring supplier accountability. •Manage relationships with key PCBA suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery, quality compliance, and cost performance. Qualifications: •Understanding of PCBA manufacturing, electronic components, and SMT processes strongly preferred •Operational familiarity with automotive electronic quality standards (e.g., AEC-Q, PPAP, APQP) required •Strong negotiation and contract management skills and ability to analyze cost structures and conduct supplier benchmarking required •Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities •Knowledge of global supply chain constraints affecting PCBA sourcing preferred •Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!