Senior Buyer, Indirect Sourcing
Core
Lead full-cycle purchasing for production/test equipment and facility renovation, supporting category managers in sourcing new suppliers and developing procurement strategies to achieve cost-saving targets.
Role type
Senior indirect procurement buyer (CAPEX equipment)
Builds
Reliable supplier pools for mechanical, electrical, automation, and factory infrastructure equipment
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Power management
Required skills
Full-cycle procurement management, strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier qualification and audit, project management, SAP system proficiency, e-sourcing tools (E-RFQ, E-Auctions), risk mitigation, cost analysis
Preferred skills
Mechanical equipment background, experience with machinery equipment, spare parts, and after-sales maintenance services
Technologies
SAP, E-RFQ, E-Auctions, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle purchasing activities for production or test equipment and facility renovation; Support category managers in supplier research, qualification, vendor audit, and performance evaluation; Analyze market cost structures and lead commercial negotiations on quotations, payment terms, and delivery lead times; Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and production teams during project validation and mass implementation; Manage PR/PO execution in SAP and maintain accurate procurement records; Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure stable equipment supply
