The Commodity Buyer is responsible for end‑to‑end ownership of assigned
commodities, including contract management, capacity uplift,

sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and
supply‑base development. The role supports programme targets, long‑term value
creation, and global purchasing strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management
Negotiate the supplier contract for the design changes, capacity increase and
Material movement.
Develop and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies to meet programme
cost and tooling targets.
Deliver year‑on‑year and multi‑year cost reduction initiatives through
data‑driven analysis.
Identify cost drivers and optimise total cost of ownership.

Supplier Management & Development
Lead and participate in cross‑functional teams to develop a sustainable and
competitive supplier base.
Identify high‑risk suppliers and implement mitigation plans.
Drive localisation and cost‑saving prospects in line with regional market
requirements.

Programme & Global Collaboration




Represent the region in global commodity discussions and negotiations.
Align regional commodity strategies with global business plans.
Support recent programme launches and ongoing production requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Leadership
Champion lean manufacturing and value engineering initiatives with suppliers.
Lead structured supplier meetings and negotiations to achieve defined
outcomes.
Mentor and collaborate with team members to build capability and knowledge
sharing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (MBA preferred).

Experience
5–10 years of experience in automotive purchasing or strategic sourcing.
Hands‑on experience managing suppliers and negotiations in a manufacturing
workplace.

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Skills & Competencies
Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
Excellent analyti

📌 Commodity Buyer – Automotive Chennai
🏢 Ford Motor
📍 Chennai