Operational Buyer

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement operations in alignment with P2P standards, including purchase order creation, order confirmations, and invoice verification
• Monitor order fulfillment by tracking delivery dates and proactively following up with suppliers
• Implement commodity sourcing strategies in partnership with Commodity Buyers and provide supplier performance feedback
• Manage service priorities by addressing critical demand and escalating supply or supplier issues as needed
• Resolve supplier-related issues, including late deliveries and material shortages, and coordinate corrective actions
• Expedite materials and ensure timely resolution of urgent supply chain disruptions
• Maintain accurate procurement data in SAP, including master data, pricing, lead times, and supplier records
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, optimizing demand bundling, and enhancing procurement workflows

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist is preferred
• Strong knowledge of negotiations, sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and supplier development
• Prioritized experience working in a structured procurement environment, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Experience in SAP or other ERP systems
• Ability to work onsite