Category Purchaser
Core
Lead global spare parts procurement for mechanical components (castings, forgings, assemblies, mild steel parts) serving Pulp, Energy, Packaging, and Tissue sectors.
Role type
Category Purchaser (Sourcing)
Builds
Efficient supply of mechanical spare parts and assemblies
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (Pulp, Energy, Packaging, Tissue)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Category management, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, cost reduction, inventory management, ERP systems, engineering knowledge, data analysis, negotiation
Preferred skills
Infor LN experience, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
ERP Systems (Infor LN preferred), MS Office
Responsibilities
Execute procurement activities for assigned categories and suppliers, lead annual price negotiations, define and implement supply strategies, drive long-term cost reduction initiatives, develop and manage supplier relationships, support sales and cost estimation with sourcing insights, monitor compliance with procurement policies, identify and evaluate new suppliers, oversee inventory levels
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
