Lead Casting Buyer, Strategic Purchasing

Lead Casting Buyer, Strategic Purchasing

• Full Time Rolls-Royce
• Aiken, SC $81
• 132K /yr Posted on 05/08/26 (

Ref:

JR6142924

) Lead Casting Buyer

• Strategic Purchasing

Location:

Novi, MI or Aiken, S.C.

Key Accountabilities:

Manage supplier selection for castingmodities, including evaluating new suppliers, collecting andparing offers, and making award decisions. Lead and document contract negotiations, including framework agreements that address quality standards, capacity planning, cost reimbursements, and logistics. Oversee theplete external procurement process for castponents up to series production release. Perform detailed cost and price analyses, particularly for cast parts, and support simultaneous engineering and development efforts with suppliers. Identify and implement cost ction opportunities specific to casting materials and processes. Prepare purchasing award summaries and manage documentation for suppliers involved in production and aftersales castingponents. Developmodity strategies for castings in alignment with global and regional purchasing and logistics goals. Lead and deliver cross-functional projects on time and within budget, including those involving engineering, quality, and manufacturing functions. Negotiatepetitive pricing, contract terms, and long-term agreements with casting suppliers. Proactively resolve issues related to pricing, invoicing, and contractual obligations. Provide accurate forecasts for annual material, tooling, and repair budgets related to castingmodities. Support the implementation of standardized purchasing processes, tools, and reporting methods. Create viable solutions and options forplex procurement challenges. Contribute topany-wide cost savings initiatives, particularly around material and process optimization in castings. Maintain open and professionalmunication across internal departments, executive leadership, and suppliers. Uphold workplaceanization and good housekeeping practices. Keep leadership updated on key tasks, risks, and open issues. Actively promote and uphold apliance-focused culture, in alignment with the Rolls-Royce Integrity Code. Support global sourcing initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, or related field. Minimum 5-7 years of experience in strategic procurement, with a strong focus on castingmodities. This is a Hybrid role per Rolls-Royce HR Policy. Minimum of 2 days per week onsite. "Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time."

Preferred:

Master's degree in supply chain, Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, or related field. In-depth technical andmercial understanding of casting processes, suppliers, and industry standards Proven ability to negotiateplex agreements, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost improvements with a focus on cost ctions Experience working in a global manufacturing or automotive environment Strong analytical,anizational, andmunication skills Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite Ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Ability to travel

• domestic and international and work flexible hours Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Enginemodities, materials and products Several years of professional experience in purchasing with focus on international procurement, ideally in the casting sector Engineering or technical degree German language skills SAP experience

Benefits:

Rolls-Royce provides aprehensive andpetitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with apany match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. State ⌄ Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District Of Columbia Florida Gia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador Nova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward Island Quebec Saskatchewan Northwest Territories Nunavut Yukon Please mention you saw this job on JobsInLogistics this job: