Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Core
Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies to support business growth, supply continuity, supplier diversification, and cost competitiveness.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing buyer
Builds
Scalable and resilient supply base for industrial manufacturing
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Supply chain
Required skills
Supplier relationship management, RFQ/RFP management, contract negotiation, cost reduction analysis, risk mitigation, market analysis, supplier onboarding, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Leading sourcing initiatives, ERP/MRP systems (SAP), supplier performance management, total cost of ownership methodologies, manufacturing environment experience
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business growth; Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers; Lead RFQ, RFP, and supplier selection activities; Implement dual-source and risk mitigation strategies; Negotiate long-term supply agreements; Drive cost reduction and value engineering; Coordinate with Corporate Sourcing; Monitor supplier market trends and risks.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
