Operational Buyer

In September 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the aim of creating two world‑class companies. The position you are applying for will be part of the new company resulting from the Automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to take part in building a new company designed to meet the needs of a rapidly transforming global automotive market.

SKF VA is a trusted OE supplier serving the Automotive Aftermarket with high-quality products and premium services for cars and commercial vehicles worldwide. With more than 20,000 variations, our unmatched product range provides comprehensive system-repair solutions. We prioritize easy access to required parts, ensuring timely availability and efficient repairs. SKF VA boasts an extensive network of over 10,000 distributors and dealers worldwide. This expansive reach ensures that our spare parts for cars, trucks, and two-wheelers are readily available in workshops across the world.

We are currently looking for an

Operational Buyer, Vehicle Aftermarket

Location: Blue Bell, PA - hybrid 

Salary: $55,000-$62,000 

Your mission will be to support the Category Managers as well as the Supply Chain team, fostering collaboration and leading cross‑functional projects with the various stakeholders (suppliers, plants, product line managers). The objective is to ensure optimal product availability at the best cost, while accelerating the time‑to‑market for new kits.

Key responsibilities:

• Opening new suppliers and update / maintain supplier contracts, BOM changes etc. in the MRP systems (XA and DOH)
• Support the RFQ process working together with the Product Managers and Category Managers
• Review purchase requisitions and identify sources of supply for spot buys.
• Single point of contact for RFQ file maintenance, supplier coordination and pricing related issues.
• Maintain and update the resourcing savings tracker to capture the savings initiated by Category Managers.
• Support the planners/product managers in terms of creating the new part# and component .
• Participate in the evaluation and selection of Product line/BU specific suppliers.
• Continuously track supplier performance according to defined QCDIM (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Innovation and Management))
• Participate as required in global and regional strategic sourcing projects in close collaboration with all stakeholders (category managers, Product Line, Quality, Logistics)
• Support Purchasing Business Plan, Forecasts and Standard Cost Calculation.
• Support implementation of new processes and systems, QCDIM, NSDC, CSR & sustainability requirements. Support the factory in NSDC implementation.

We expect you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or Business from an accredited institution
• 1-2 years of professional experience in purchasing/Supply chain roles.
• Quotation and negotiation skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain concepts (Material planning, Bill of Materials, MRP, Inventory Management, Lead Times etc.)
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written)

• Ability to document clearly and concisely
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).PA of 3.0 or higher (out of 4.0 scale.

We offer:

• An international work environment with a dynamic and diverse team 
• Exciting opportunities for personal and professional development

 Some additional information

The position is based in Blue Bell, US, and we require your presence in the office as part of our collaborative work environment.

You will join the team of Nicole Egert, Head of Global Strategic Purchasing VA, who is based at the Schweinfurt site in Germany.

If you have any questions about the position, please do not hesitate to contact Dayna Azzopardi, Talent, Mobility and Communications Manager at dayna.azzopardi@skf.com 

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.