Lead Casting Buyer, Strategic Purchasing

Overview

Strategic procurement lead for casting components, managing suppliers, contracts, and cost reduction.

Key Responsibilities

• cost analysis
• supplier selection
• contract negotiation
• procurement process
• budget forecasting
• commodity strategy

Tasks

-Perform detailed cost and price analyses, particularly for cast parts, and support simultaneous engineering and development efforts with suppliers. -Manage supplier selection for casting commodities, including evaluating new suppliers, collecting and comparing offers, and making award decisions. -Actively promote and uphold a compliance-focused culture, in alignment with the Rolls-Royce Integrity Code. -Support the implementation of standardized purchasing processes, tools, and reporting methods. -Negotiate competitive pricing, contract terms, and long-term agreements with casting suppliers. -Maintain open and professional communication across internal departments, executive leadership, and suppliers. -Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities specific to casting materials and processes. -Proactively resolve issues related to pricing, invoicing, and contractual obligations. -Create viable solutions and options for complex procurement challenges. -Support global sourcing initiatives and special projects as assigned. -Prepare purchasing award summaries and manage documentation for suppliers involved in production and aftersales casting components. -Develop commodity strategies for castings in alignment with global and regional purchasing and logistics goals. -Contribute to company-wide cost savings initiatives, particularly around material and process optimization in castings. -Keep leadership updated on key tasks, risks, and open issues. -Lead and document contract negotiations, including framework agreements that address quality standards, capacity planning, cost reimbursements, and logistics. -Uphold workplace organization and good housekeeping practices. -Provide accurate forecasts for annual material, tooling, and repair budgets related to casting commodities. -Oversee the complete external procurement process for cast components up to series production release. -Lead and deliver cross-functional projects on time and within budget, including those involving engineering, quality, and manufacturing functions.

Requirements

• sap
• erp
• strategic procurement
• casting
• german
• 5+ years

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, or related field. -Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and products -Proven ability to negotiate complex agreements, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost improvements with a focus on cost reductions -Ability to travel - domestic and international and work flexible hours -Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite -Minimum 5–7 years of experience in strategic procurement, with a strong focus on casting commodities -German language skills -Experience working in a global manufacturing or automotive environment -Master's degree in supply chain, Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, or related field. -SAP experience -Ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams -Several years of professional experience in purchasing with focus on international procurement, ideally in the casting sector -Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills -Engineering or technical degree -“Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.” -In-depth technical and commercial understanding of casting processes, suppliers, and industry standards

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About Rolls-Royce

-Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse. -It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure. -Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors. -It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units. -Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship will be provided; applicants must already be authorized to work in the u.s.