Sustainable Raw Material Buyer- EV

The SRM NA Buyer is a strategic buying role in support of EV transformation in the Sustainable Raw Materials Purchasing group. The Buyer will have responsibility to execute the management of the SRM commodities, work closely with cross functional departments and collaborate with colleagues globally. The position will provide comprehensive oversight from beginning to end for all internal and external supplier partner activities as it relates to planning, strategy, sourcing, contract management, cost management, quality, and supply. Additional responsibility for developing and executing the commodity strategy, jointly with engineering & global Purchasing team. Regular reporting out to leadership.

MAIN OBJECTIVES :

• Commodity Scope : Sustainable Raw Material Management
• Creation, implementation, maintenance of the commodity strategy (cost and technology roadmap)
• Application of best practices and lessons learned throughout all planning, development, execution phases
• Cost Models including competitor benchmarking
• Supplier Performance plans - including scope of cost, quality, supply KPI's
• Lead sourcing to ensure program timing and cost objectives are achieved
• Oversee development / execution, along with technical teams
• Work hand in hand with key interface groups : Value Optimization, Product Development, Cost Engineering, Innovation, Business Development, Manufacturing, Regulatory Compliance, Finance, Supply Chain, and Supplier Operations
• Drive cost savings, commercial and technical
• Volume / capacity management
• Develop sourcing roadmap and raw material securitization plans
• Work with Engineering and program management to ensure the sourcing timeline is established and achieved
• Execute sourcing of new programs to meet cost, timing and quality objectives
• Develop and maintain cost models including external data points
• Issue and maintain purchase order and non-standard contracts
• Ensure there is process for directed buy components in order to ensure the cost and terms are understood and the process for ongoing management (RASIC) is defined
• Achieve cost savings through commercial and technical levers
• Ensure ongoing supply and no shortages
• Manage cost of deficiencies with supplier in terms of premium transportation or charge back
• Provides timely, relevant and actionable management reporting for commodity cost status, supplier performance, open issues and potential constraints
• Ensure development activities are on track to meet vehicle SOP
• Awareness and inclusion of all engineering changes, supplier process / performance issues, to meet program timing deliverables
• Manage the preparation of and presentation of commodity and supplier status
• Assessing program capacities, communicating the vehicle program needs so the team can properly support the program
• Providing purchasing's input throughout the various milestones of the development cycle (sourcing, launch readiness, post launch supplier issues / recognitions, etc.) to ensure a successful program

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer : 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24 th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with :

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions :

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.