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Corporate Buyer I

thyssenkrupp Materials NA, Inc.
Auburn, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/29/2026
Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence. Copper and Brass Divison Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years. Your responsibilities Job Summary

To manage product responsibilities including: purchasing, quoting, expediting, de-expediting
and tactical supply chain management.

Job Description

HOT!!! Buyer - Engineered Plastics (2 Openings)

Hybrid | Auburn Hills, MI (3 days onsite)
$70,000 - $75,000 base salary
up to $4,500 annual PIC

HYBRID ROLE!

thyssenkrupp Materials, North America is growing, and we're hiring two (2) NEW Buyers to support our Engineered Plastics business. This is a great opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional who is both a strong team player and highly effective working independently.

If you're organized, driven, innovative, and not afraid to roll up your sleeves-including administrative work-this role is for you.

What You'll Do
  • Quote and support sales contracts
  • Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders
  • Manage standard inventory through the ERP system
  • Schedule material to meet inventory and supply chain objectives
  • Review and process return purchase orders
  • Enter credits and debits as requested
  • Maintain knowledge of suppliers, pricing, lead times, and capabilities
  • Build relationships with supplier inside and outside sales contacts
  • Purchase against contractual agreements and support risk evaluations
  • Support regions with alternatives and sourcing decisions
  • Understand internal processing equipment and global supply base
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers
  • Support corporate objectives (ROCE, sales, operations, purchasing)
This role includes both strategic and administrative responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

Required

  • 2-3 years minimum purchasing experience
  • Strong understanding of purchasing processes and supplier management
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work efficiently on your own while collaborating with a team
  • Comfortable managing details, data, and administrative tasks

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field

Why Join Us?
  • Competitive base pay: $70K-$75K
  • Up to $4,500 annual PIC
  • Hybrid schedule with flexibility
  • Supportive, inclusive team environment
  • Opportunity to grow with a well-established, forwardthinking organization

Location

Auburn Hills, MI
Hybrid role with 3 days onsite per week

Job Compensation

$70K - $75K Annual Bonus Up to $4500/year

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Voluntary Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Disclaimer

This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp ("TK") name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.


TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com.


TK does not:


1.Send job offers from free email services like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo mail, etc.;
2.Request payment of any kind from prospective jobseekers or candidates for employment;
3.Authorize anyone to collect money or agree to any monetary arrangement in return for a job at TK;
4.Send checks to job seekers; or
5.Make job offers through third parties. In the event TK uses professional recruitment services through a third party, offers are always made directly by TK and not by any third parties.

PLEASE NOTE:


1.TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
2.TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
3.Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
4.TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.


TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website at https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en to view authentic job openings at TK.


If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at tkmna.employee.care@thyssenkrupp-materials.com.

Your profile
thyssenkrupp Materials NA Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us at recruitingaccomodation@thyssenkrupp.com

 

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