Buyer - Directs (Contract)
Core
P2P Buyer supporting tactical sourcing, supplier communication, and operational procurement execution for direct material commodities in robotics manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC procurement buyer (contract)
Builds
Continuity of supply and cost performance for Mechanical, Electronics, Electromechanical, Cables & Harnessing, and Software commodities
Domain
Robotics manufacturing / Industrial procurement
Required skills
P2P execution, supplier communication, tactical sourcing, market research, RFx processes, contract negotiation, cost analysis, MRP/ERP management, supplier risk assessment, contract law understanding
Preferred skills
CIPS MCIPS Level 4, APICS CPIM, experience in aerospace/defence/automotive, Supplier Relationship Management techniques
Technologies
MRP/ERP systems, Google Workspace, Slack
Responsibilities
Conduct market research for cost savings; support sourcing initiatives and negotiations; process requisitions and purchase orders; maintain PO and supplier data in MRP/ERP; resolve supplier performance issues; minimize supply continuity risk via risk assessments; support cross-functional teams in meeting manufacturing needs
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC