What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior International Supply Chain Buyer position at Confident Staffing?
Senior International Supply Chain Buyer (1696851) $120k–150k per year
Long Beach, CA
Full Time; Direct Hire
Job Description
Company Culture:
We are a globally recognized leader in our industry, committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to drive impactful change while working with a diverse and talented group of professionals.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for supply chain excellence and a track record of successful procurement leadership, we invite you to apply for this exciting role as the Senior International Supply Chain Leader - Lead Buyer and strategic sourcing specialist. Join us in shaping the future of our company and industry.
Position Overview:
Seeking a dynamic and strategic-minded supply chain leader with a strong focus on analytical and strategic skills, coupled with deep expertise in raw materials sourcing and procurement processes. As a strategic sourcing specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the procurement strategy for our business in the Americas, while also identifying and capitalizing on new business development opportunities. Your expertise will drive solution review, planning, estimation, and overall procurement excellence, ensuring alignment with both regional and global strategic goals.
Duties & Responsibilities:
As the International Senior Supply Chain Leader - Lead Buyer, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Define the regional procurement strategy for the commodity portfolio, leveraging analytical insights and market trends.
- Oversee and manage procurement projects and suppliers within the respective commodity buy.
- Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with North American and South American strategic approaches.
- Create strategic and tactical sourcing plans tailored to local demand.
- Establish and nurture effective communication channels with Department Leads/BU Stakeholders, and Regional Buyers.
- Coordinate and oversee all procurement functions, from the initiation of an intent to purchase to the successful delivery of materials.
- Collaborate closely with sourcing project representatives, such as Product Sourcing Managers, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Contribute to the formulation of regional strategies alongside the Regional President and business unit leaders, including decisions related to make-or-buy approaches.
- Lead the selection and management of key supplier relationships, working collaboratively with buyers in North America and South America.
Qualifications:
- Experience in sourcing raw materials and preferably metals (iron & steel).
- Proven experience as a strategic leader in international supply chain, with a strong emphasis on sourcing and procurement processes.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.
- Solid understanding of regional and global market trends and dynamics impacting procurement decisions.
- Ability to manage and optimize supplier relationships for long-term value creation.
Licensing or Certifications: Preferred certifications include one or more of the following: ISM, CPIM, CPM, VCA, APICS, CPPB, ISO, ERP, PMP, MRP.
Education: A Bachelor's or University Degree in Engineering, Business, Business Administration, Technical field, Education, Business School, MBA, Supply Chain Management, Associates, or Management is typically required.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their updated resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and alignment with the job requirements. Please be sure your resume includes relevant certifications, licenses, and educational achievements and specifies what raw materials you have sourced.
Other duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel: Up to 30% travel within U.S., Canada and South America.
Competitive Salary, Benefits & Annual Bonus
UPON APPLYING:
You’ll likely receive an immediate chatbot with basic questions, then upon receiving your timely answers it’s possible that you’ll receive additional outreach of emails, texts and/or telephone calls from our recruiting firm if you’re being considered for this or another similar position. Upon their recommendations after having discussed the position with you, it can lead to phone, virtual, and face-to-face conversations, and interviews with hiring managers at the company.
If the job description, location, and compensation, align with your qualifications, we encourage you to apply. To explore additional opportunities, visit our website job board: confidentsearchconsultants.com
Confident Search Consultants, a division of Confident Staffing, specializes in connecting engineers with exceptional career opportunities across the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Employees and applicants are provided a full and fair opportunity for employment, career advancement, and access to programs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, or parental status, and will not be discriminated against for any other legally protected group or status.
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000
