Senior Buyer Innovation Purchasing Auburn Hills,

Back Senior Buyer - Innovation Purchasing#2016893 Auburn Hills, Michigan, United StatesApply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description Are you passionate about innovation and new technologies? Do you enjoy engaging with experts, discovering breakthrough solutions, and playing a key role in transforming the automotive industry? Join us as a Senior Innovation Buyer and become a key player within

STELLANTIS

!At the heart of interactions with innovative suppliers and internal teams, this position offers you a unique opportunity to explore the latest technological advancements, build strategic relationships, and influence the Group's innovation choices. You will have a direct impact on STELLANTIS' competitiveness by identifying and integrating cutting-edge solutions that make a difference in terms of brand image, customer services, quality, and cost. We are looking for a curious, autonomous, proactive and communicative professional with an appetite for very technical topics, capable of initiating constructive discussions and driving strategic projects. If you want to grow in a dynamic environment where every day is a new opportunity to learn and collaborate, this mission is for you!

SENIOR INNOVATION

BUYERKnow and make known within STELLANTIS, the innovations of the suppliers in:

Soliciting the panel's suppliersIdentifying new suppliers that can provide innovative solutions, through the participation to innovation eventsPilot and organize

Supplier Innovation DaysNB:

the organization of "TechDay" events is the responsibility of the Business or the engineering entity concerned.

Contribute to extend the Automotive Innovation Research Plan. Supplier proposals should ideally provide the Group with a competitive advantage.

Contribute to purchasing policy: ensure that innovation work is properly integrated into purchasing policies and anticipate in a concerted manner the potential entry of new innovative suppliers.

Pilot purchases in advance of an innovation project:

Manage the sourcing table to launch the RFQ and select the Supplier of the innovation,Organize and guarantee the progress of projects in advance with suppliers,Negotiate and contract commitments (studies, collaborations, prototypes) with suppliers in innovationDevelop a lasting relationship with innovative suppliersMaintain a demanding relationship with strategic suppliersManages the negotiation and drafting of contracts, ensuring that any modifications made to the generic innovation contract are validated by the legal entityRelease the Purchase Order, trough the SAP system, managing the supplier code creationLead the

STELLANTIS

Purchasing Innovation process by:

Participating to the SFG monthly preparation rituals with the Purchasing Department (DMEM, DMCA, DMPT, DMBI),Participant in monthly rituals with the TERE or ENG Clusters (SWX, BCI, PRS, FCEL)Contributing to the achievement of the Innovation Rating for Business Review (MBR, PBR), in conjunction with TERE and the Champion concerned,Participant in Innovation Steering Committees (CoPil) with concerned Suppliers,Elaborating with TERE the necessary processes for the smooth running of the activity. Location(s) 1000 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326,

United States Requirements Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related fieldDo you have a minimum of five years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain management, with demonstrated exposure to innovation, advanced technologies, or earlyphase program sourcingProven experience managing supplier selection and sourcing activities in early development phases (e.g., concept, pilot, preRFQ)Strong understanding of commercial negotiations and contractual frameworksExperience working in crossfunctional environments, collaborating with Engineering, Advanced Research, Program Management, Finance, and LegalAbility to manage supplier relationships across both established partners and emerging / nontraditional suppliers (e.g., startups, niche technology providers)Solid analytical skills with the ability to assess technical maturity, sourcing risk, cost implications, and scalabilityStrong communication skills, capable of clearly presenting recommendations to senior leadership and crossfunctional governance forums

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree (MBA or technical discipline) or equivalent advanced experienceDirect experience supporting innovation sourcing processes (e.g., PRERFQ, REC, pilot sourcing, fasttrack sourcing)Demonstrated experience sourcing new technologies or immature solutions where technical risk, IP, and industrialization readiness must be assessedFamiliarity with intellectual property considerations, NDAs, joint development agreements, and innovation partnershipsComfort operating at the strategic and transactional levels, from longterm innovation roadmaps to daytoday execution Employment Type Full-time Stellantis At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. Additional Job Posting Information Our Benefits - Designed with You in MindComprehensive Health & Well-being CoverageFrom your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That's why we... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.