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Buyer 2, Mechatronics & Electronics

Dana Corp
United States, Ohio, Maumee
Sep 22, 2025
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets - passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Job Purpose Responsible for the procurement execution of the various sub-commodities within the Mechatronics & Electronics scope, including but not limited to solenoids, motors, actuators, pumps and busbars . Provides input and in some cases, leads GCS for sub-commodities of Mechatronics and Electronics while also managing spend and savings reporting against assigned KPIs. Completes necessary procurement work assigned by management. Executes requests for information (RFI) or quote (RFQ) according to GCS direction Major Duties and Responsibilities: Execute strategy for the assigned commodities Manage 25+ active suppliers within the Mechatronics/Electrical Supply Base Leads supplier re-sourcing and VAVE projects under the direction of the GCS lead Supports cost reduction activities in line with global and regional material cost reduction targets Ability to maintain control of multiple projects to meet timing, anticipate and resolve 'roadblocks' for successful PPAP and launch Monitors technical review progress with the cross-functional teams Drives and tracks savings projects and reports accurate forecasts and actuals in Savings Tracker Promotes cost reduction activities with key suppliers and shares best practices Presents special assignments results, project updates and such to Dana management as required Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Four-year degree in Business (Supply Chain Management or Purchasing preferred) or four-year degree in Engineering (Product or Manufacturing) Understands drawings and technical specifications Maintains an organized and professional manner when representing Dana Willing to travel as required (estimate 10%) Strong personal computer skills required, including experience with MS Office Software Required Skills: Strong team player; able to work effectively and collaboratively on cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and resolve issues Ability to work multiple projects while prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines Clearly communicates in a straightforward manner Earns and maintains the trust of others Maintains an organized and professional manner when representing Dana We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.