Commodity Buyer (Mechanical & Electronics Parts) - One Year Fixed-Term Contract (7-10 Years)

Job Title: Commodity Buyer (Mechanical & Electronics Parts) (7-10 Years)

Job Location: Bengaluru

About Veoneer:

What You'll Do?

• Develop and execute global commodity strategies aligned with Veoneer’s purchasing objectives and production requirements.
• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and performance management, ensuring a resilient and optimized supplier base.
• Negotiate commercial terms—including pricing, payment, delivery, and logistics—to secure optimal value for Veoneer.
• Manage sourcing activities for both local and global projects, ensuring timely component availability and adherence to cost targets.
• Oversee post-SOP engineering change management and proactively mitigate supply chain risks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supplier quality teams, design engineers, and technical centers to enhance supplier capabilities and performance.
• Coach and mentor junior buyers, fostering a high-performing and collaborative purchasing team.
• Support cost improvement initiatives, including VEVA plans, tooling cost optimization, and supplier consolidation or expansion.
• Ensure compliance with Veoneer’s policies, standards, and global purchasing procedures.
  

What You'll Bring?

• Extensive industry experience: 7+ years in direct material purchasing within the automotive sector, with strong exposure to both mechanical and electronic (PCBA) components.
• Strategic and commercial expertise: Demonstrated success in price negotiation, sourcing strategy, contracting, and risk management.
• Project leadership skills: Proven ability to manage complex sourcing projects and capital budget planning.
• Technical and regulatory knowledge: Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities: Capable of articulating strategies clearly and mentoring team members effectively.
• Fluency in English: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Digital proficiency: Skilled in MS Office and ERP systems, with a detail-oriented approach to data and process management.
  

Preferred Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in engineering - Mechanical/ Electronics/Electrical

Contractual Details:

• Type: Fixed-Term Contract
• Duration: 12 Months
• Extension Possibility: Subject to business need and individual performance