What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commodity Buyer (Mechanical) position at Stadler US?
Mechanical Commodity Buyer
Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?
As an experienced Mechanical Commodity Buyer, you will manage strategic sourcing and procurement activities for mechanical components and assemblies, and be responsible for developing and executing commodity strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant supply of mechanical parts to support our rail vehicle production programs.
Key Activities
As an experienced Mechanical Commodity Buyer, you will manage strategic sourcing and procurement activities for mechanical components and assemblies, and be responsible for developing and executing commodity strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant supply of mechanical parts to support our rail vehicle production programs.
Key Activities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for mechanical commodities (e.g., fabricated metal components and assemblies, castings, forgings, welded and machined parts)
- Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to align procurement activities with project timelines and technical specifications Procurement consulting for assigned commodity groups
- Manage supplier relationships and performance, driving continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery (KPIs) Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting Stadler's quality, cost, and delivery requirements
- Conduct market research and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to support sourcing decisions
- Participate in cross-site pooling activities
- Support claims management, including liquidated damages, and assist the NCR (Non-Conformance Report) team with supplier escalations
- Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs to support procurement and supplier management activities
- Coordinate between suppliers and Engineering to resolve technical inquiries, manage deviation requests, and ensure alignment on product requirements
- Manage supplier implementation of engineering changes and drawing revisions, ensuring compliance with updated specifications, effective revision control, and traceability of affected materials
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or similar field
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Industrial or Manufacturing purchasing
- Fluent English required with German a plus
- Resilient and independent personality
- Strong organizational skills and efficient working methods
- Very experienced with Microsoft Office and ERP system (preferable Infor COM)
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
What we offer
Stadler US employee benefits package includes:
Stadler US employee benefits package includes:
- Competitive Pay (plus Profit Sharing potential)
- Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
- 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
- Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 - Jan 1)
- Paid training / Career development
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Referral bonus program
Stadler US is an Equal Opportunity Employer