Category Purchaser
Core
Execute strategic sourcing and procurement activities for assigned categories to drive cost reduction, quality, and delivery optimization in a global supply chain.
Role type
Category Purchaser (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Supply strategies and supplier relationships for Castings & Forgings categories
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (Castings & Forgings)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, annual price negotiation, supplier relationship management, cost reduction analysis, inventory level oversight, ERP data management
Preferred skills
Infor LN experience, engineering or commercial degree background
Technologies
Infor LN, MS Office
Responsibilities
Execute procurement activities for assigned categories and suppliers, lead annual price negotiations, partner with cross-functional teams to define supply strategies, drive long-term cost reduction initiatives, develop supplier relationships focusing on delivery reliability and innovation, support sales and cost estimation by sharing sourcing insights
Seniority
Mid-level (2–5 years experience)