Senior Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Buyer

Location : 400 Main Street, Ashland, MA

JOB DESCRIPTION :

The Senior Buyer role at Kidde-Fenwal is a pivotal position in our Procurement team, responsible for ensuring the efficient acquisition of materials, equipment, supplies, and services in line with the company's operational and strategic goals. This role requires a strong focus on executing purchasing activities, inventory monitoring / optimization, supplier relationship management, and cost-saving initiatives. The Senior Buyer will manage the entire purchase order lifecycle, work closely with various departments such as production, quality, finance / accounting, and engineering, and participate in key sourcing activities, contributing to the overall success of the company’s supply chain performance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Purchasing and Supplier Management

• Execute purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with established procurement regulations and procedures.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring selection of preferred suppliers based on pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Issue, confirm, and monitor purchase orders, validating supplier pricing, shipping terms, payment terms, and delivery locations to meet company needs.
• Review supplier bids, negotiate terms, and establish new supplier agreements as necessary.
• Develop and maintain supplier performance measurements, focusing on quality, on-time delivery, and cost-effectiveness.

Purchase Order and Inventory Management

Cost Management and Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Compliance and Risk Mitigation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization

REQUIREMENTS : EDUCATION / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field, or 5 years of relevant experience in an operations purchasing environment.

Experience :

5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, with a focus on strategic sourcing.

Demonstrated experience managing $10M–$20M in spend across various categories, including direct materials and capital expenditures.

Hands-on experience with procurement methodologies, ERP systems, and operational purchasing best practices.

Experience working with cross-functional teams to align purchasing activities with operational needs.

Preferred experience in the fire suppression, manufacturing, or construction materials industries.

Skills & Competencies :

Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on strategic sourcing and cost management.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence supplier relationships and drive performance improvements.

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and cost reductions.

Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement training preferred.

Certifications :

APICS CPIM, CPM, or similar supply chain certification preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

EEO / AAP Statement

Kidde-Fenwal Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.