Commodity Buyer

Job Title: Commodity Buyer

Job Description

The Commodity Buyer manages supplier relationships, pricing, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned automotive parts. This role evaluates supply bases, manufacturing processes, and supplier capabilities to identify the best value in cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a commodity portfolio of 8-10 suppliers with annual spend of $150M-$300M.
• Analyze commodities, suppliers, manufacturing processes, and supply markets to support sourcing decisions.
• Monitor industry trends, technology developments, and market pricing.
• Lead supplier selection activities for new and existing vehicle models.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and global stakeholders on sourcing strategies and supplier selection.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Establish cost targets and negotiate supplier pricing to meet business objectives.
• Drive annual cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Process supplier quotations and ensure accurate procurement records.
• Maintain sourcing systems and support global sourcing activities.
• Coordinate procurement-related activities for new model launches and commodity changes.
• Utilize SAP, purchasing systems, and Excel to manage procurement activities, analyze data, and prepare reports.

Essential Skills

• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain principles, preferably in manufacturing or automotive environments.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Excel for analysis and reporting.
• Experience with purchase order management and ERP systems such as SAP.
• Ability to coordinate projects, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accurate data.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous supplier negotiation experience preferred.
• Interest in building a long-term career in procurement and supply chain.
• Ability to work with global stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong analytical skills for cost analysis and supplier evaluation.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on cost savings.

Work Environment

This role is based in a professional office setting within an automotive R&D center, this role works closely with engineering, design, and procurement teams. Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with some flexibility. The position uses SAP, Excel, and internal sourcing systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raymond, OH.

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Raymond,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.