Buyer II: Flex CapEx Buyer

Slate
Michigan
About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

ABOUT Slate

At Slate, we’ve got one job: building a vehicle you’ll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don’t like paying for stuff we don’t need.
We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.

Who We Are Looking For

Slate is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced CapEx Buyer to join our growing team that brings a “roll up the sleeves” approach to getting things done, as responsibilities will be wide ranging. We have embraced a startup company mindset of being fast, frugal, scrappy, and fun. Important skills include accountability, strategic thinking, relationship building, business case analysis, and negotiation.

What You Get To Do

As a CapEx Buyer, you will:

  • Develop a strategic supply base.
  • Lead supplier commercial negotiations and manage supplier relationships.
  • Manage RFQs, commercial agreements, and sourcing processes to meet program cost targets and Job 1 timing.
  • Quote and negotiate pricing with suppliers for CapEx, MRO, and Returnables -related purchases.
  • Purchase custom integrated solutions and off-the-shelf components for Body Shop, Coating Shop, Manufacturing Software, General Assembly Equipment, and more.
  • Resolve cost, quality, and delivery issues impacting the factory.
  • Collaborate with systems development and quality teams to drive supplier strategies and improvements.
  • Identify and implement cost reductions and value improvements.
  • Independently negotiate and ensure suppliers adhere to Re:Car dba SLATE’s Global Terms and Conditions.
  • Analyze internal and external data to optimize sourcing decisions.
  • Proactively communicate risks and priorities to ensure timely resolution.

What You Bring To The Team

  • Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant experience
  • 4-5+ years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Engineering
  • Experience purchasing CapEx commodities is preferred
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency
  • Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and implementation – i.e. SAP, Plex, NetSuite
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • High level of integrity
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment

Location: Hybrid- Troy, MI or Warsaw, IN

At Slate, we are committed to providing our employees and candidates with access to information about our compensation practices. The expected base salary range offered for this role is $96,000-$120,000. Compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location.

Why Join Team Slate?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

  • Safety First
  • Delight Customers
  • One Team
  • Relentless Improvement
  • Fast, Frugal and Scrappy
  • Respectful Collaboration
  • Positive Legacy

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate:

  • Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
  • Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

  • Safety First
  • Delight Customers
  • One Team
  • Relentless Improvement
  • Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
  • Respectful Collaboration
  • Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at

[email protected].
Posted 2026-06-17

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