Accelerated Leadership Program - Purchasing Engineer

Accelerated Leadership Program - Purchasing Engineer

Location:

Auburn Hills, MI, US, 48326;
Troy, MI, US, 48083

Job Requisition

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? 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.

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 or Troy, Michigan. Upon graduation of the program, a permanent position in Auburn Hills or Troy, Michigan as a Purchasing Engineer is guaranteed.

• 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
• Become equipped for your guaranteed position upon graduation

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 Industrial Engineering or related Engineering degree
• Accepting June 2026 or later graduates
• 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
• Willingness to relocate every 6 months
• Company housing during domestic and international rotations

As 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.

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Trainee;
Full-Time;
Unlimited;
Administration, Services & Support;

Nearest Major Market: Detroit

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