Buyer 1, Supply Chain & Purchasing

Location: Farmington Hills, MI

Job Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days on-site)

Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Buyer 1, Supply Chain & Purchasing to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

In this role, you'll manage a group of commodities, partnering closely with internal experts to support sourcing initiatives, cost reduction efforts, and project management activities. You'll analyze data and provide actionable recommendations, assist managers and buyers with strategic planning, and track and report monthly progress on sourcing activities, savings, and process improvements.

The role also involves coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure required documentation and data are in place, validating system data for accurate reporting, and preparing timely, accurate presentations as needed.

A Day in the Life

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.

• Negotiate and establish commodity pricing while supporting cost‑reduction goals.

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, including supplier comparisons and selection.

• Partner with internal stakeholders (engineering, end users, client groups) to align on requirements and specifications.

• Manage contracts, purchase orders, and cost changes for assigned commodities.

• Plan, track, and validate cost‑reduction initiatives and savings.

• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure contract compliance and resolve quality, cost, and delivery issues, while maintaining accurate purchasing data and reporting progress toward goals.

Who We're Looking For

Required:

• 0-2 years of related experience in a professional business atmosphere.

• Bachelor's degree in a business major (i.e. Finance, SCM, Marketing) or related discipline (i.e. Engineering).

• Consider equivalent related college or technical courses, seminars and in-house classroom training.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

• Ability to work on-site in Farmington Hills, MI with minimal travel.

Desired:

• Strong analytical skills with interest in developing into leadership roles.

• Self‑starter who takes ownership of issues and independently drives solutions to complex problems.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

• Open to feedback and able to adapt quickly.

• Proactive problem solver who works well both independently and collaboratively.

• Continuous learner with a growth mindset.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

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Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Farmington Hills Michigan United States of America