<p><strong>Job Description: Strategic Buyer</strong></p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p> The Strategic Buyer is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing sourcing strategies for a variety of key commodities such as resins, fiberglass, components, and metal parts. This position is critical to ensuring our supply chain delivers maximum value through competitive costs, high quality, and reliable delivery aligned to organizational goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, focusing on value, risk management, and cost reduction.</li><li>Select, qualify, and manage suppliers to meet stringent standards in quality, cost, and delivery.</li><li>Conduct detailed should-cost analyses to validate supplier quotations and identify cost drivers for improvement.</li><li>Lead supplier negotiations, securing optimal commercial and contractual terms while fostering long-term, strategic partnerships.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure procurement is fully aligned with business and technical needs.</li><li>Drive ongoing improvements in supplier performance, cost structure, and lead time through continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Ensure strict compliance with company procurement policies, sustainability objectives, and ethical business standards.</li><li>Utilize SAP and other digital platforms for managing purchase orders, analyzing spend, and tracking supplier performance.</li><li>Monitor market trends and risk factors affecting critical commodities to inform sourcing decisions.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related discipline.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years’ experience in strategic or technical procurement, ideally within industrial manufacturing or energy sectors.</li><li>Strong knowledge of commodity markets and supplier cost structures.</li><li>Demonstrated success in negotiation and contract management with global suppliers.</li><li>Proficiency in SAP (MM module) and advanced Excel data analysis.</li><li>Experience with quality management systems (ISO, PPAP) and supplier audits.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.</li><li>Strategic thinker with expertise in total cost of ownership (TCO) and long-term value creation.</li><li>Experience in global sourcing and supplier development.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p> To learn more about securing top procurement talent for your organization, connect with our team today</p>

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