Project Purchasing Professional

Schaeffler

. Organize complex purchasing projects involving extensive specification of requirements or negotiation processes for projects .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeAuburn Hills • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, with a strong focus on project management, negotiation, and cost validation for E-mobility projects. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and integrate suppliers into product development processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Purchasing ExperienceProject ManagementNegotiation SkillsE-Mobility Project ManagementFluency in English

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Hard Skills

PurchasingCost ValidationMake-or-Buy AnalysisProject ManagementSupplier DevelopmentTechnical Cost-Saving InitiativesE-Drive ManagementMechatronics SupportChange ManagementSpecification of Requirements

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingExcellent CommunicationSelf-MotivatedAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsAI ToolsChatbotsPython

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business AdministrationBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

E-MobilitySupply Chain ManagementProject LaunchesComponent-Specific Cost ValidationCross-Functional Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize complex purchasing projects involving extensive specification of requirements or negotiation processes for projects
Define sourcing activities and execute project-related purchasing activities, including Make-or-Buy analysis, for the respective business unit/product line
Integrate external suppliers into the product development process to ensure external delivery at start of production
Represent the Purchasing department in product development projects
Take responsibility for component-specific cost validation and alignment
Cooperate closely with supply-chain interfaces and execute change management in projects
Collaborate with project teams to align purchasing activities with project goals
Lead E-mobility Business Unit Purchasing projects to achieve the correct cost structure, on-time launches, and technical cost-reduction initiatives
Manage project launches for E-mobility projects, with focus on E-Drives and support for Mechatronics and Modules
Participate in and/or lead technical cost-saving initiatives for assigned projects
Search for and develop new suppliers to support Business Unit Purchasing projects
Create, manage, and support new project acquisitions from Purchasing input in North America handled by the North America Business Unit Purchasing E-mobility team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, and/or Engineering
4+ years Purchasing Experience
Fluency in English - Required
Proficient/Expert in Microsoft Suite programs (Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams)
Experienced with AI Tools i.e. chatbots, python, assistant models
Strong negotiation, Project Management, Problem Solving
Ability to work independently in a fast paced, high-volume environment
Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel and management both domestic and abroad
Excellent communication ability (written & verbal)
Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results
Must be legally authorized to work in the USA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
401k eligible with up to 6% company match
Regular employee appreciation and company events
Development opportunities
Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer