Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Aufgaben Mercedes-Benz Building Exceptional Vehicles… and CareersThe best chapters in Alabamas automotive success story are yet to come. The Mercedes-Benz automobile of the future will be different greener more efficient safer and even more fascinating.Only one thing will never change - It will wear a star.The vehicles we manufacture are the finished results of our skilled workforce and were hiring even more. We are looking for Specialists and Team Members to join us in crafting a wide variety of vehicles from the Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV to our all-electric electric vehicle the EQS SUV and EQE SUV. Our Tuscaloosa County site is home to the production of Mercedes luxury SUV models including electric vehicles. Just down the road in Bibb County MBUSI has launched the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries. Our two campuses are among the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world with over 6 million square feet combined.MBUSI offers an excellent total rewards package including competitive compensation health and life insurance 401k matching program and defined contribution retirement plan annual bonuses tuition assistance and paid holidays. Further on-site MBUSI resources such as childcare medical center and fitness center are available for all to utilize.Our Team Members share a common goal to be the best luxury auto manufacturer in North America. MBUSI is committed to excellence and actively promotes positive team culture teamwork safety quality and continuous improvement.Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. takes pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunities workplace. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race age ethnic origin and any other characteristics classified under applicable Local and Federal laws.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join us in electrifying the futurePurpose of the PositionDevelop and strengthen a competitive resilient and future-ready North American supply base by combining supplier development supplier market intelligence cost competitiveness analyses and OEM benchmarking. The position supports strategic sourcing localization and supply chain decisions by providing deep market insights identifying opportunities and risks and driving long-term supplier performance and competitiveness. Monitoring an average annual purchasing portfolio of approximately USD 500M across 20 suppliers the position ensures supply continuity commercial performance and long term strategic alignment.Essential FunctionsKey Objectives- Build and maintain a strong diversified and sustainable North American supplier network.- Support localization and sourcing strategies aligned with business and USMCA objectives.- Generate actionable supplier market intelligence to support management and purchasing decisions.- Identify cost optimization opportunities through market analysis benchmarking and should-cost assessments.- Monitor supplier industry and geopolitical developments to proactively mitigate supply chain risks.- Benchmark suppliers and sourcing approaches across major automotive OEMs to identify best practices and competitive advantages.- Enhance supply chain resilience competitiveness and long-term business success through data-driven recommendations.Supply Base Development 40•Identify qualify and onboard new suppliers in the NA region - also based on OEM benchmarks•Further develop existing suppliers regarding capacity performance and strategic direction•Support localization and resourcing projects in line with USMCA strategy•Work closely with operational purchasing engineering and quality on supplier assessments•Develop concepts to diversify the supply base and reduce single-source risks•Perform systematic benchmark analysesCost Work 30•Support cost breakdowns should-cost analyses and benchmarks for selected commodities•Identify savings potentials•Assess raw material energy and labor cost developments in the U.S. Mexico and Canada in the context of market analysis•Coordinate closely with central purchasing functions in GermanySupplier Market Intelligence - North America 30•Continuously monitor analyze and assess the North American supplier market across all relevant commodities•Build and maintain a structured Market Intelligence framework capacities technologies financial stability ownership footprints M&A investments•Develop early-warning indicators for market shifts consolidations insolvency risks and geopolitical influences•Produce market studies commodity reports and management summariesPerform safe work practices and participate in trainings and safety programs in a positive and proactive way by following safety rules procedures regulations standards and laws. Report all unsafe acts unsafe conditions and injuries to Management or Safety Department.Work safely 100 of the time.Perform other duties as required. Qualifikationen QUALIFICATIONS Education Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.EducationThis position requires a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Supply ChainOperations Business Administration Management or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.ExperienceA minimum of three 3 years of relevant professional experience in the following areasProcurement Supplier Quality Supplier Management function or related functions.Necessary Skills Certifications etc.• Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and cost structures• High proficiency in negotiation cost analysis and cross functional stakeholder management• Advanced skills in Excel and MS Office applications• Strong analytical skills continuous improvement mindset and proactive problem-solving abilityPreferred SkillsGerman andor Spanish language skills