Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Core
Develop and execute long-term strategic sourcing strategies for direct procurement commodities, focusing on supplier identification, qualification, and commercial negotiations in low-cost regions.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing buyer (direct procurement)
Builds
Strategic supplier base, sourcing agreements, and cost/ROI optimization for manufacturing supply chain (via careerplan.io/jobs/A5-007-3D-17C-strategic-sourcing-buyer)
Domain
Manufacturing supply chain / Direct procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier scouting and qualification, RFx management, commercial negotiation, market intelligence, risk assessment, cross-functional partnership, ERP systems proficiency
Preferred skills
Direct materials sourcing, localization projects, supplier audits, indirect procurement support
Technologies
SAP, Oracle
Responsibilities
Develop category and sourcing strategies for assigned commodities; Identify, assess, audit, and qualify new suppliers globally; Manage RFx processes and support award decisions; Conduct commercial negotiations to secure optimal pricing and terms; Perform supply market research and risk assessments; Ensure effective transition of awarded suppliers to procurement teams; Support indirect procurement activities in the Asia-Pacific region
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
