Senior Purchasing Specialist-Direct
Core
Managing direct material purchasing activities and supplier relationships to ensure reliable, cost-effective supply for production operations.
Role type
Senior direct procurement specialist
Builds
Supply chain resilience and cost savings for manufacturing production
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial equipment
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, supplier performance management, risk mitigation, market analysis, ERP proficiency
Preferred skills
Data analysis, dual-sourcing strategies, continuous improvement
Responsibilities
Lead negotiations with key suppliers to secure optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms; Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with category plans; Manage supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards; Collaborate with engineering and production teams to qualify new suppliers; Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce total cost of ownership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC