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Location: Fort Mill, SC, US, 29715 Troy, MI, US, 48083 Wooster, OH, US, 44691Job Requisition ID: 21866Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.Your Key ResponsibilitiesPlans, initiates, coordinates and monitors business relations with dedicated suppliers, in a geographical area and with respect to the categories.Support the creation of market analyses and implement category strategies.Define, cross-divisionally or -functionally align and implement profitable purchasing strategies and effective negotiation tactics in the assigned area.Monitor the supply market continuously and manage and optimize the supplier portfolio to ensure quality, cost efficiency, on-time-delivery, sustainability and compliance with terms of contracts as well as legal regulations.Negotiate prices and conditions in the context of SMA and manage contracts with suppliers.Coordinate and steer assigned category incl. purchase price planning and define saving projects.Category sourcing strategy development for steel components in Automotive Industry preferredFamiliar with cost modeling and should cost evaluationsStrong supplier negotiations with understanding of applicable market indicesUnderstanding and implementation of supplier commercial agreements Your QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management and/or Engineering preferred7 years experience in Sintered Metal Products preferred or alternative raw materials desiredAs a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.www.schaeffler.com/careersYour Contact Schaeffler Group USA Inc.Shelly Marie Flint+13302026050Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.Keywords: strongertogether; Supply Chain Management;Job Type: ProfessionalJob Family: Supply Chain ManagementContract Type: Not ApplicableSchedule: Full-TimeNearest Major Market: CharlotteNearest Secondary Market: South CarolinaJob Segment: Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, Buyer, Procurement, Purchasing, Operations, Finance