Commodity Buyer
?? Location: Muskegon, MI
?? Business Unit: Americas | Department: Strategic Sourcing
?? Reports To: Senior Manager – Sourcing, Americas
About the Role
SAF-HOLLAND is seeking a Commodity Buyer to join our Strategic Sourcing team. In this role, you’ll implement regional and global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, driving cost reduction, quality, delivery, and product launch goals across all manufacturing locations. You’ll collaborate closely with Commodity Managers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure optimal sourcing solutions.
What You’ll Do
- Execute sourcing strategies to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through negotiation, competitive leverage, and process improvements.
- Manage tactical sourcing and perform financial analysis for assigned commodities.
- Negotiate complex agreements in partnership with Commodity Managers.
- Aggregate demand across products to secure cost-effective contracts.
- Support BOM cost reduction initiatives and participate in program teams.
- Mitigate risks and support supplier development programs.
- Represent SAF-HOLLAND professionally in all supplier interactions.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: BS/BA in a related field required.
- Experience: 1–5 years in manufacturing, with 1–2 years in strategic sourcing or procurement preferred.
- Proven track record in cost reduction and commodity strategy management.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.
- Ability to work in a global environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinker with a tactical execution mindset.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven.
Travel: Approximately 30% within North America.
EOE-AA-M/F/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
