Buyer

Client: Global leader in Technology/Electronics • Duration: 12 months with high chance for extension or conversion to permanent • Location: New York, NY 10119

About the role

Strong understanding of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, navigating complex privacy requirements, and contract negotiations. Highly organized and adept at managing priorities, multitasking, and working across a global team. As our Procurement Lead, you will play a vital role in driving strategic sourcing and vendor management for Ads. You will be responsible for securing the best possible deals on goods and services, ensuring efficient contract negotiation, and fostering strong relationships with key vendors. This role is a departmental leader who collaborates with IT, Finance, Legal, and Security to maintain, develop, and optimize the department's strategic road map for vendors, ensuring that vendor onboarding and renewals continually support the overall business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Continue to evolve and expand our comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with Ads business objectives.
• Conduct market research and identify qualified vendors for required goods and services.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of contracts, ensuring optimal pricing and terms for Ads.
• Manage vendor relationships, building strong partnerships that deliver mutual benefit.
• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring adherence to company policies and best practices.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize spending.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments (Finance, Legal, etc.) to ensure a smooth procurement process.
• Stay updated on industry trends in procurement and sourcing best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating contracts and securing cost savings.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, and contract negotiation techniques.
• Experience in managing and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Experience handling projects independently and efficiently, collaborating with multiple teams.
• Highly organized and adept at managing priorities and multitasking.
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility, collaboration, resourcefulness, and positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to take initiative and build strong relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Fluency in Korean (a plus).

Skills

• Vendor Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Financial Analysis

Pay

$35–38.45/hr W2 + Benefits

Schedule

Monday–Friday, fully onsite