Buyer (FTC)
Core
Direct procurement Buyer supporting P2P execution, supplier communication, and tactical sourcing for direct material commodities in humanoid robotics.
Role type
Tactical Buyer (Direct Procurement)
Builds
Continuity of supply, cost performance, and operational excellence for Mechanical, Electronics, Electromechanical, Cables & Harnessing, and Software commodities.
Domain
Robotics / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
market research, RFx processes, contract negotiation, cost analysis, MRP/ERP management, supplier risk assessment, PO processing, stakeholder communication, KPI delivery, export controls awareness
Preferred skills
CIPS MCIPS Level 4, APICS CPIM, contract law expertise, Supplier Relationship Management techniques
Technologies
SAP, Google Workspace, Slack, database management
Responsibilities
Conduct market research for cost savings and supply risks; support sourcing initiatives including RFx and negotiations; process requisitions and purchase orders; maintain PO and supplier data in SAP; resolve supplier performance issues; run MRP to ensure timely availability of goods; support Production, Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams; deliver KPIs for cost, cash, quality, and continuity of supply.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
