Strategic Purchaser
Core
Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, manage supplier partnerships, and optimize the supply chain for food processing technology.
Role type
Senior Strategic Purchaser (Category Management)
Builds
Strategic sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and optimized supply chain processes
Domain
Food processing technology / Industrial Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, market analysis, cost optimization, data analytics, stakeholder management, process improvement
Preferred skills
International organization experience, new product introduction support, mentoring
Technologies
Digital analytics tools, market intelligence platforms
Responsibilities
Develop category and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives; Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable commercial agreements; Monitor supplier performance and drive improvement initiatives; Analyze market trends and risks to inform sourcing decisions; Identify cost optimization and innovation opportunities across supplier portfolios; Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Operations, and Engineering
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
