Buyer

About the role

Truvant is a trusted partner to leading companies in healthcare, beauty, toys and many other industries. We provide clients with packaging services as well as comprehensive supply chain solutions. The Buyer will act as the single point of contact for packaging sourcing needs in the US. The role requires someone that is comfortable working across functional boundaries to influence and secure material requirements for existing and new business in a way that consistently adds value to the business. The position manages packaging materials coordination for new business developments, supplier relationship management and industry analysis with a high level of collaboration with global Procurement colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic procurement initiatives aligned with business objectives, global procurement strategies, and organizational growth priorities.
• Assess industry and market trends to identify emerging opportunities, supplier capabilities, cost drivers, supply risks, and innovations that can create competitive advantage.
• Build, develop, and maintain strategic supplier relationships, including performance management, ongoing communication, feedback, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing, bidding, and negotiation processes in an ethical, transparent, and commercially responsible manner, ensuring alignment with business requirements and appropriate leadership approvals.
• Develop sourcing strategies that reduce costs, mitigate supply chain and commercial risks, expand the innovation pipeline, and contribute to top-line growth and customer value.
• Establish Procurement as a trusted strategic business partner by engaging early in business planning, product development, customer opportunities, and key organizational decisions.