Sr. Strategic Buyer- Direct Materials NA

The Senior Strategic Buyer – Direct Materials (North America) is responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and leading commercial negotiations across assigned commodities. This role plays a critical part in optimizing cost, quality, and delivery performance while strengthening a competitive and resilient supply base. This position partners closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Operations, and serves as an integrated member of the global commodity organization. Key Responsibilities • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including supplier selection, RFQs, contract negotiation, and cost reduction programs • Develop and implement commodity strategies aligned with business objectives and annual savings targets • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with domestic and international suppliers • Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, and risks to ensure quality, reliability, and continuity of supply • Manage end-to-end procurement activities from sourcing through contract execution and delivery • Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery metrics • Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and supplier quotations to support data-driven decision making • Identify and execute localization opportunities (transition from foreign to North American sourcing where applicable) • Lead or support annual price negotiations and business planning for assigned commodities • Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier-related escalations (quality, logistics, pricing discrepancies) • Maintain and strengthen supplier relationships to support long-term strategic partnerships • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior buyers, as applicable • Participate in global commodity teams and initiatives, including potential international collaboration or travel Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field • 5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain roles • Proven experience negotiating supplier contracts and managing commercial relationships • Experience in strategic sourcing and cost savings initiatives within a manufacturing environment • Exposure to direct material purchasing (e.g., metals, castings, hydraulics, components, or similar) • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret pricing structures, cost drivers, and market data • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Excel Preferred • Experience with commodity management or regional/global sourcing strategies • Familiarity with international supply chains and foreign sourcing • Experience supporting supplier development and localization initiatives • Knowledge of quality and logistics escalation processes Salary range is $95,000 to $115,000 annually, plus bonus. Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans By submitting an application for employment with Bosch, you represent and warrant that: (a) the work product and materials you submit are your own and reflect your personal experience, skills and qualifications; and (b) you have not used artificial intelligence or automated tools to generate, alter, or enhance application materials or responses in a manner that misrepresents your identity, authorship, experience, capabilities or qualifications.