Accelerated Leadership Program - Purchasing Specialist

  • Schaeffler
  • Lake Angelus, Michigan
  • Full Time


Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities The Accelerated Leadership Program is comprised of four six-month rotations that provide cross-departmental exposure. Each rotation can be located at any of our facilities throughout the North American Region (USA, Mexico and Canada), including the possibility for other international rotations. The first rotation will start in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Auburn Hills, Michigan as a Purchasing Specialist is guaranteed.

Purchasing Career Path Responsibilities

Partner with a mentor who is an experienced professional to develop best practices and evolve into a leader at Schaeffler

Gain knowledge alongside experts in relevant and cross-functional departments

Trained based on the 70:20:10 model which emphasizes a mixture of hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training

Leadership training and tools to develop leadership skills

Complete rotation development milestones

Become equipped for your guaranteed position upon graduation

Your Qualifications For this high-potential development program, we are looking for candidates who are ambitious, creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about leadership and their professional growth.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Operations Management or related Business degree

3.0 minimum GPA

At least two rotations of relevant co-ops or internships

Experience in a fast-paced environment preferred

Leadership experience or exposure preferred

Thorough understanding of engineering principals

Excellent Organization and Communication skills

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Willingness to relocate every 6 months

Our Offering

Company Housing during domestic and international rotations

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

15 Days' Vacation, plus Wellness days

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Match Up To 6%

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Appreciation Events

See all our Benefits on www.schaefflerbenefits.comAs a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Your contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Sandy Annise Rice

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Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Keywords: Administration, Services & Support; Supply Chain Management
Job ID: 521825325
Originally Posted on: 5/20/2026

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