Commodity Buyer - Automotive

About the role

The Commodity Buyer-Automotive role supports the automotive sourcing team in managing supplier contracts, capacity uplift, and strategic sourcing for automotive commodities. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading supplier negotiations and driving cost optimization to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and supply continuity. This position partners with global and regional teams to achieve procurement goals. The role is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, and operates on a Hybrid work model.

What you’ll do

• Manage supplier contract management and capacity uplift
• Execute strategic sourcing initiatives for automotive commodities
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms
• Drive cost optimization efforts across commodity categories
• Partner with global and regional teams to ensure supply continuity
• Deliver competitive cost, quality, and supply outcomes

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (MBA preferred)
• 5–10 years of experience in automotive purchasing or strategic sourcing

Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (MBA preferred).