Category Buyer III
Core
Develops and executes category strategy for supply network solutions, managing policies, agreements, and supplier relationships to drive cost reduction and quality improvement.
Role type
Senior Category Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Strategic sourcing programs, supplier agreements, and cost-reduction initiatives for manufacturing supply chains.
Domain
Industrial Manufacturing / Construction Equipment / Automotive
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> strategic sourcing programs and supplier agreements
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, data analytics, project management, ERP/procurement systems, cost reduction analysis
Preferred skills
Heavy industry procurement experience, professional certifications (CPSM, CIPS, PMP, APICS)
Technologies
SAP, Power BI, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and manage category strategy; negotiate contracts with suppliers; analyze supplier performance and production data; lead cross-functional sourcing projects; identify opportunities for cost decreases and inventory reductions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC