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Mahle Inc.

Project Buyer (Hybrid)

Mahle Inc., Troy, Michigan, United States, 48083

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Together, we move the world. As an international leading development partner and supplier to the automotive industry, we at MAHLE are passionate about developing innovative solutions for climate-neutral mobility of tomorrow. Our focus is on e-mobility and thermal management, as well as other technology fields to reduce CO2 emissions, such as fuel cells or highly efficient, clean combustion engines that also run on hydrogen or synthetic fuels. MAHLE generated sales of 11.7 billion in 2024. Employing just under 68,000 people at 135 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries (as at: 12/31/2024). Join our MAHLE team! #StrongerTogether Your Contribution

As a Senior Project Buyer reporting to the Head of Project Purchasing, you will work to fulfill customer deliverables for all purchasing requirements of the project, including cost targets, supplier PPAP timing, USMCA content, and updating the project team on all critical items. Provide general business support to the NA R&D organization. Lead purchasing activities for components and materials as a key member of the project core team within the Product Development Process (PDP). Regional or global responsibility as assigned. Work with Engineering at initial design concept to attain target cost. Evaluate and assess supplier quotations to ensure commercial, technical, and quality objectives are achieved. Provide component costing based on program BOM timing. Schedule technical component reviews. Lead sourcing decisions in accordance with MAHLE Purchasing Procedures and collaborate with regional and global commodity buyers to leverage best overall landed costs. Ensure purchased components meet all program milestones, and track and coordinate progress between suppliers and the development team. Communicate supplier risks to the project team. Effectively communicate with development team members across MAHLE Behr facilities worldwide, including generating and presenting project status updates to management.

Your Experience & Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration. At least 5 years of experience in Purchasing or a related Supply Chain field within the automotive industry (cross-functional exposure preferred). Skills in negotiation, financial cost analysis, and market analysis. Ability to read blueprints and specifications. Strong time and project management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills. Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as stamping, injection molding, and casting. Focus on meeting deadlines and target objectives. Strong team player with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.

Our Offering

We provide a collaborative environment with exciting assignments and ongoing personal and career development opportunities. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirementyou might be the right fit for this or other roles! After applying online, the interview process typically involves a screening call followed by personal interviews. For more information about MAHLE and our career opportunities, click here. To learn more about our foundation-owned technology group, click here. #DiversityMatters: We welcome applications from all social, religious, and ethnic backgrounds, including disabilities, gender identities, and neurodivergent individuals. Questions?

Email us at: SETH.KELLY@ Facts about the job Entry level: Experienced hires Part- / Full-time: Full Time Functional area: Purchasing Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid System Location: Troy, MI, US, 48083 Closing date for applications: Apply while the position is online.

Your Future at MAHLE

As a team player and forward thinker, you can deploy your skills with us. Collaborate with colleagues worldwide to shape the future of mobility. Choose MAHLE for innovative technologies and strategies. Interested in developing efficient, eco-friendly solutions and turning ideas into reality? MAHLE is the right place for you. Our Employee Reviews

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