Buyer
Core
Strategic sourcing and procurement of materials, equipment, tooling, and services to support high-tech metal production and ensure supply continuity.
Role type
Senior Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Complex tungsten and molybdenum components for internal production and customer-specific orders
Domain
Manufacturing (High-tech metals: tungsten/molybdenum)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier management, risk mitigation, contract negotiation, cost analysis, supply chain planning, ERP/MRP proficiency, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
APICS/CPIM certification, dual sourcing strategy development, continuous improvement methodologies
Technologies
SAP R/3, ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead procurement for assigned commodities; identify and develop suppliers with dual-sourcing strategies; manage end-to-end purchase order lifecycle; negotiate pricing and long-term agreements; analyze purchase price variances; partner with Planning, Engineering, and Quality teams; maintain accurate supplier records and system integrity.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC