Buyer/Cost Analyst - 2nd Procurement

Date: Aug 20, 2026

Location: Lafayette, IN, US, 47905

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Company: Subaru

Buyer/Cost Analyst

2nd Procurement – Procurement Management

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for finding the most accurate cost to develop negotiation strategy, and use effective negotiation strategy to influence a party to adjust their position based on the analysis to align with accurate costs and mutually beneficial interests.

Outline of duties:
Responsible for supplier accounts with an average annual spend of $120 million

Leads in achieving company sourcing targets

Gains industry knowledge of commodity group and automotive industry trends

Creates long-term sourcing strategy for commodity group

Facilitates new supplier vetting (including on-site and financial audits)

Executes sourcing strategies through the sourcing decision making process

Reports and gains final approval up to executive level management

Leads company cost reduction activity

Cost structure and supply-chain analysis

Supplier production process evaluation and improvement activity

Supplier negotiation

Initiates VA/VE activity through collaboration with design & quality engineers

Contract management activity

Engineering change cost analysis and approval contract activity

Tactical support for supplier quality, delivery, development, packaging, AP/AR, and service parts

All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field of study

Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint

Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years relevant experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field of study

Understanding of Purchasing and product development process

Production process background/knowledge

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.

Nearest Major Market: Lafayette