BUYER III
Core
Selecting strategic suppliers, managing supplier performance, and optimizing material costs for specific business units.
Role type
Senior Buyer / Purchasing Supervisor
Builds
Approved Manufacturer's List (AML) and reliable sourcing options
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
supplier selection, cost optimization, supplier performance monitoring, supplier audits, contract negotiation, inventory control, standard costing analysis, supply chain strategy development
Preferred skills
market trend analysis, technology understanding, team training and supervision
Technologies
ERP systems, Standard Costing tools, supplier management platforms
Responsibilities
Select suppliers based on cost, quality, and service; monitor and audit supplier performance; negotiate terms and conditions; supervise and train purchasing staff; control stocking and obsolete materials; analyze component purchase prices; develop supply chain strategies.
Seniority
Senior, supervisory IC