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Group Leader - 2nd Procurement

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Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc

Lafayette, IN (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Job Description

Group Leader - 2nd
Procurement Date:
Jun 19, 2026
Location:
Lafayette, IN, US, 47905
Company:
Subaru Group Leader - 2nd
Procurement Procurement Management Department Position Summary:
The Group Leader, Direct Procurement provides first-level leadership and establishes the day-to-day goals and objectives for a team of Procurement Buyers. This role is responsible for supervising buyers and purchasing staff involved in the direct procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment, supplies, and services at minimal cost, consistent with delivery requirements and quality specifications.
Outline of duties:
Supervise and assist procurement team in overseeing suppliers, sourcing, annual cost-reduction, and other functions. Conducts analysis related to development, evaluation, and selection of suppliers. Enforce company procedures, policies, and rules while constantly examining the effectiveness of those items. Responsible for the oversight of all purchases and ensuring that they adhere to established policies and procedures. Lead the supplier's director / executive-level to support SIA goals, targets, initiatives, and SIA staff member activities. Analyzes current spend and find areas to improve service, reduce costs, and streamline purchasing procedures. Provides continuous coaching and feedback to a team of procurement Associates to develop team, improve performance, and workmanship (analysis, negotiation, reporting). Focus and prioritize the workload of the group to achieve section, department, and company targets. Maintains understanding of industry knowledge of responsible parts and overall automotive environment. Leads internal process improvement. Continuously review internal work-process to identify waste and develop solutions to improve efficiency (systems, AI). Assist on projects or special assignments as needed. Ensure budgeted items of the group are closed per budgetary guidelines and in a timely manner. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, related field, or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education Three years of relevant experience Demonstrated leadership capabilities
Desired Qualifications:
Master's degree in relevant field Previous experience in procurement for powertrain or safety system related products Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.
Nearest Major Market:
Lafayette