Category Buyer
Core
Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies to optimize the supply base, reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and align with operational sustainability goals.
Role type
Senior Category Buyer / Strategic Sourcing Lead
Builds
Global and regional category strategies, enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives, and vendor contracts
Domain
Manufacturing / Construction Equipment / Supply Chain
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, TCO analysis, supply market analysis, vendor qualification, risk mitigation, spend analysis, cost modeling, SAP, AS400, MRP processes
Preferred skills
Manufacturing environment experience, New Product Development (NPD) alignment, change management
Technologies
SAP, AS400, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global and regional category strategies; Conduct supply market analysis and lead complex sourcing initiatives; Research and qualify new potential vendors; Negotiate pricing and contract terms; Monitor commodity price trends and develop risk mitigation strategies; Manage contracts covering pricing, quality, delivery, and sustainability; Collaborate with Plant Operations, Logistics, Quality, and Engineering departments.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
