Indirect Buyer

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this position is responsible for leading procurement activities associated with capital expenditure projects while also supporting indirect spending categories and procurement requirements. This position serves as the primary procurement lead for high-value capital investments including manufacturing equipment, automation systems, robotics, facility expansions, infrastructure improvements, construction projects, utilities, and other strategic business investments. The role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, Finance, Operations, and executive leadership to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company purchasing policies. In addition to Capital Expenditure projects, the position manages selected indirect categories, negotiates supplier agreements, administer contracts, and drives continuous cost, quality, and operational improvements throughout the supply base.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Lead sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution for major CapEx projects.
• Manage procurement activities for: Manufacturing equipment; Automation and robotics; Tooling and production systems; Facility construction and expansion projects; Building infrastructure improvements; Utilities and energy projects; Material handling systems; Technology and operational improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, Operations, and Finance to develop sourcing strategies that support long-term business objectives.
• Evaluate total cost of ownership, lifecycle costs, ROI, and risk associated with capital investments.
• Lead competitive bid processes including RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, and contract awards.
• Negotiate commercial terms, payment schedules, warranties, service agreements, and long-term support contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance, project milestones, budget adherence, and delivery timelines.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities for capital projects.
• Support annual capital planning and budgeting activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, project purchasing, or capital project procurement experience.
• Experience negotiating high-value commercial agreements and supplier contracts.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and supplier relationships.
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Capital equipment procurement experience.
• Construction, facilities, or industrial infrastructure sourcing experience.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Professional certification such as CPSM, CPM, CPPB, PMP, or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
• Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Job Conditions

• Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk. The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.