Sr. Strategic Buyer- Direct Materials NA
Core
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and drive commercial negotiations for direct materials to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
Role type
Senior Strategic Buyer (Direct Materials)
Builds
Strategic sourcing programs and resilient supply base for manufacturing operations
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Equipment / Hydraulics
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, cost analysis, market trend analysis, ERP proficiency, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Commodity management, global sourcing strategies, supplier development, localization initiatives, quality and logistics escalation processes
Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including supplier selection and RFQs, develop commodity strategies aligned with business objectives, negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers, evaluate supplier capabilities and risks, manage end-to-end procurement activities, drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, analyze market trends and cost drivers, identify and execute localization opportunities, lead annual price negotiations, resolve supplier-related escalations, mentor junior buyers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC