Strategic Buyer- Direct Materials NA
Core
Drive strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and lead commercial negotiations for direct materials to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
Role type
Senior strategic buyer (direct materials)
Builds
Competitive and resilient supply base for manufacturing operations
Domain
Manufacturing supply chain / Direct materials procurement
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, cost reduction, market analysis, ERP proficiency (SAP), cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Commodity management, global sourcing strategies, supplier development, localization initiatives, quality and logistics escalation processes
Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including supplier selection and RFQs, develop commodity strategies aligned with business objectives, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, evaluate supplier capabilities and risks, manage end-to-end procurement activities, drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, analyze market trends and cost drivers, identify localization opportunities, lead annual price negotiations, resolve supplier-related escalations, mentor junior buyers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC