Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer – Take the Lead in Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Excellence!

Position Overview:

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving efficiency, building powerful supplier partnerships, and making a measurable impact? We're looking for a Senior Buyer who’s ready to take ownership of procurement operations and bring bold ideas to the table.

In this high-impact role, you’ll lead end-to-end purchasing strategies, drive cost savings, and ensure the timely and cost-effective flow of materials that keep our production running smoothly. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—Engineering, Production, Planning, and Quality—to strengthen our supply chain and stay ahead of potential disruptions.

If you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing or assembly environments, love negotiating, and have a sharp eye for process improvements, this is your opportunity to lead and grow with us.

What You’ll Do:

Procurement & Purchasing Excellence

• Source and negotiate with top-tier suppliers to secure the best pricing, lead times, and quality
• Manage purchase orders (POs) and ensure consistent, on-time delivery of critical materials
• Monitor material costs and develop cost-saving initiatives that impact the bottom line
• Implement smart sourcing strategies that boost supplier performance and reliability

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Build long-term, high-value relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Conduct performance evaluations to ensure top-notch quality and delivery
• Resolve cost, quality, and delivery issues quickly and effectively
• Identify and onboard alternate suppliers to strengthen supply chain resilience

Inventory & Planning Optimization

• Work closely with production, planning, and warehouse teams to align material availability with demand
• Balance inventory levels to reduce excess while avoiding stockouts
• Leverage JIT and Supplier-Managed Inventory (SMI) strategies for streamlined operations
• Forecast material requirements and trends with precision

Contracts, Compliance & Risk Management

• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts that deliver value and minimize risk
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and internal policies
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to align materials with technical requirements
• Proactively identify supplier and market risks and create mitigation strategies

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Lead cost-reduction initiatives that deliver real results
• Drive lean procurement processes that cut waste and boost efficiency
• Work with Engineering to identify opportunities for standardization and material optimization
• Track procurement KPIs like cost savings, lead times, and supplier scorecards

What You Bring:

• 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain within a manufacturing or assembly setting
• A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, Excel, and procurement tools
• Strong knowledge of supply chain strategy, negotiation, and cost analysis
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, JIT principles, and supplier performance management
• A proactive, analytical, and collaborative mindset