Senior Commodity Buyer- Hard Suspension Parts

Senior Commodity Buyer- Hard Suspension Parts

Location : Farmington Hills, MI

Job Schedule : Full-time, Hybrid

Education Requirement : Bachelor's degree

Sponsorship : No

We're currently looking for a Senior Commodity Buyer- Hard Suspension Parts to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

Job Summary

• Acts as a work and thought leader, providing guidance and training to buyers and associate buyers within department.
• Oversees production purchasing' cost control and sourcing activities for new model vehicles at Smyrna and Canton plants.
• Assists production parts buyers with developing sourcing strategies, conducting major negotiations, and non-routine activities.
• Oversees assigned commodities and special projects.
• Contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.

Job Responsibilities

Job Knowledge and Skills :

Years of Experience :

Minimum five years of related experience at a professional level.

Supervisory Experience :

One to two years in a work leader role coordinating the work of other employees or contractors. This includes training new employees, assigning work, and checking the timeliness and quality of work. May have provided input into performance reviews. Most time in work leader role would have been spent performing work similar to that performed by the people whose activities the position coordinates.

Education :

A related degree from a four-year college. Consider equivalent related college or technical courses, seminars and in-house classroom training.

Specific Course / Certifications :

Computer Skills : Working knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or mainframe applications to produce non-standard, creative products.

Physical Requirements :

Travel Required? Approximately 20% day and overnight travel.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan :

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities : Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards :

Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

Nissan For Everyone

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees with shared characteristics or interests build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.