Buyer

Position overview:

We are seeking a Buyer / New Business Source to join our global organization operating in the automotive fasteners industry. This role is critical in defining and executing global sourcing strategies, managing OEM-driven requirements, and developing long-term supplier partnerships.The ideal candidate will have strong automotive OEM experience (Ford, Türk Traktör, or similar) and deep expertise in fastener sourcing within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The position reports directly to the Purchasing Manager.Main responsibilities:TheBuyer / New Business Sourcewill:

Define and execute category and sourcing strategies for automotive fasteners in line with business and OEM requirements

Lead complex RFQ and sourcing projects, ensuring competitiveness, risk mitigation, and total cost optimization

Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) and benchmarking analyses to support strategic decision-making

Lead commercial negotiations with global and regional suppliers, including pricing, contracts, lead times, and long-term agreements

Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, ensuring performance excellence in cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability

Ensure supplier compliance with contracts, OEM standards, and internal procurement policies

Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain and commodity risks

Drive cost reduction, value engineering, and productivity initiatives across the fastener portfolio

Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, planning, operations, and OEM customer teams

Support supplier roadmaps, capacity planning, and long-term sourcing strategies in cooperation with strategic sourcing and supplier development teams

Ensure effective use of ERP/MRP systems, data accuracy, and transparency in spend management

Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders and global suppliers to prevent and resolve supply issues

Other tasks and duties, as required.

Skills and Qualificationsrequired:The ideal candidate must have the following competencies:

Experience in automotive purchasing or strategic sourcing, preferably within automotive fasteners or metal components

Direct experience working with OEM customers such as Ford, Türk Traktör, or equivalent

Solid understanding of serial production, OEM requirements, and automotive supply chain standards

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Fluent in English (spoken and written); able to operate in a global matrix organizationProven negotiation skills

Strong analytical capabilities with advanced Microsoft Excel and cost modeling skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a variety of simultaneous projects

Drive, determination, and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results

Working as part of a team

Results-driven, detail-oriented, and quality-focused mindset

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally when required 

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