Job Description
Job Description
Opportunity Overview:
Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Buyer - Indirect to oversee strategic sourcing and procurement of Corporate Services, MRO, and general indirect spend categories. Based in Rochester Hills, this position plays a vital role in supporting business operations by ensuring reliable supplier performance, driving cost savings, and maintaining compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.
This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who brings deep category knowledge, supplier negotiation skills, and a collaborative mindset to influence outcomes across multiple departments including HR, IT, Facilities, and Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories such as Corporate Services, MRO, IT, Facilities, and Professional Services.
- Monitor industry trends, service provider capabilities, and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions and manage risk.
- Build and manage strong supplier relationships to ensure continuity, performance, and service-level expectations.
- Lead contract negotiations, including pricing, service terms, and SLAs, to achieve cost-effective, long-term agreements.
- Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives while ensuring quality and service standards are maintained.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as HR, IT, and Operations to understand service requirements and align procurement efforts.
- Support risk mitigation strategies, including dual sourcing and business continuity planning.
- Maintain detailed procurement records, dashboards, and supplier performance metrics.
- Provide regular updates and insights to leadership on sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and market outlooks.
- Ensure all procurement activities align with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and environmental goals.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement within an automotive manufacturing environment
- Strong expertise in contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing.
- Solid understanding of indirect spend categories including but not limited to MRO, Corporate Services, IT, Packaging and Facilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, CPP/CPPM, or CIPS.
- Experience developing and managing SLA-driven contracts.
- Familiarity with supplier audit processes and corrective action plans.
- Exposure to sustainability practices and regulatory compliance in procurement.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Titles Encouraged to Apply:
- Indirect Procurement Manager
- Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Services
- Category Manager - MRO & Indirect
- Senior Procurement Specialist
- Purchasing Manager - Corporate Services
- Sourcing Analyst - Indirect Spend
- Commodity Manager - MRO
- Buyer
- Purchasing Specialist
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by streamlining indirect procurement strategies, improving vendor relationships, and contributing to operational excellence.
Take the next step in your sourcing career-apply today.
Company DescriptionWhether you are seeking employment opportunities, or candidates for your open positions, iMPact Business Group is committed to providing our candidates and clients with unparalleled service and results. We leverage 200+ years of combined experience to develop Strategic Staffing Solutions that deliver best in class results while reducing overall costs associated with staffing initiatives. Our main focus areas of expertise are Information Technology, Engineering, Finance /Accounting, Business Administration/Process and Project Management.
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Comprehensive dental, vision, and health insurance
Flexible schedule options
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Employee assistance and discount programs
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
iMPact Business Group specializes in providing businesses with professional level Staffing (Contract/Project Staffing, Contingent/Direct Hire and Executive Retained Search). Since our inception, Impact Business Group has grown a recruiting and delivery platform that consistently exceeds our client's expectations. Besides providing you with training and the tools needed to ramp up quickly, we support you with a generous base salary, structured tenure pay increases and an uncapped commissions plan offers you an unlimited earnings potential.
Experience the difference a results-oriented service organization can provide. Our clients, candidates and employees leverage an uncommon work ethic to deliver uncommon results. The philosophy is simple: integrate Motivated People and companies together - iMPact - the difference!
Contact us today to learn more:
*** Grand Rapids, Michigan: 616.254.8586
*** Tampa, Florida: 813.463.8850
*** www.impactbusinessgroup.com
*** Chat with us live: https://lc.chat/now/8608604/
Company Description
Whether you are seeking employment opportunities, or candidates for your open positions, iMPact Business Group is committed to providing our candidates and clients with unparalleled service and results. We leverage 200+ years of combined experience to develop Strategic Staffing Solutions that deliver best in class results while reducing overall costs associated with staffing initiatives. Our main focus areas of expertise are Information Technology, Engineering, Finance /Accounting, Business Administration/Process and Project Management.\r\n\r\nBenefits:\r\n401(k) matching\r\nComprehensive dental, vision, and health insurance\r\nFlexible schedule options\r\nHealth savings account\r\nLife insurance\r\nPaid time off\r\nProfessional development assistance\r\nEmployee assistance and discount programs\r\nReferral program\r\nRetirement plan\r\nTuition reimbursement\r\n\r\niMPact Business Group specializes in providing businesses with professional level Staffing (Contract/Project Staffing, Contingent/Direct Hire and Executive Retained Search). Since our inception, Impact Business Group has grown a recruiting and delivery platform that consistently exceeds our client's expectations. Besides providing you with training and the tools needed to ramp up quickly, we support you with a generous base salary, structured tenure pay increases and an uncapped commissions plan offers you an unlimited earnings potential. \r\n\r\nExperience the difference a results-oriented service organization can provide. Our clients, candidates and employees leverage an uncommon work ethic to deliver uncommon results. The philosophy is simple: integrate Motivated People and companies together - iMPact - the difference!\r\n\r\nContact us today to learn more:\r\n*** Grand Rapids, Michigan: 616.254.8586\r\n*** Tampa, Florida: 813.463.8850\r\n*** www.impactbusinessgroup.com\r\n*** Chat with us live: https://lc.chat/now/8608604/