Senior Buyer

Position SummaryDriving strategic souring initiatives of North America and foreign markets by negotiating contracts and optimizing supplier relationships by considering of technical capabilities, quality, source reliability and process improvements.The position is Hybrid with 3 days in the office in a work week.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasonsStrategic sourcing initiatives, developing procurement strategies, manage complex contracts and leading supplier negotiationsConduct supplier evaluations and negotiations to secure, favorable terms, pricing, and contractsOversee the procurement process from sourcing suppliers to contract execution and delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies and proceduresEstablish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnershipAnalyze quotations received, recommend, and select suppliers.Interface with and manage all commercial aspects of assigned supplier relations including, but not limited to, supplier agreements, monitoring overall supplier performance, resolving invoice/price discrepancies, supporting escalation of LOG & Quality issues, and supplier development/follow-up.Review existing, and where necessary, establish new contracts: including planning and completing annual price negotiations for responsible commodities to achieve cost savings goals. Support Purchasing team members in escalation rounds for all the above.Review all foreign commodities and find North American sourcesPerson will source materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Buyer will study market trends and suppliers, recommending sources of supply and will work closely with Project Purchasing in various plants to identify and realize potential savings projects.Participate in annual business planning process for responsible commoditiesIntegrated member of worldwide commodity team (may include international travel)Knowledge and experience with material field purchasing of specific commodities, strategic sourcing and negotiations.  Able to develop strategic plan to achieve year over year savings while maintaining quality and delivery excellence and a stable yet flexible supply base. Provide guidance to other buyersPhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:Lift and move a minimum of 5 pounds without assistanceWork EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be quiet to moderate to loud