Senior Buyer Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Buyer Analyst. The Senior Buyer Analyst is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, supplies, services, and equipment. You will work as a liaison between the suppliers and factory stakeholders. The role will manage and develop the relationship with the supplier to optimize cost, lead times, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Primary Maverick Power liaison with the supplier
• Purchase materials, supplies, and services for the factory
• Manage material priorities for competing projects
• Daily engagement with project management, planning, and factory
• Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers
• Analyze market trends and purchase data for risk and opportunities
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to mitigate supply risks
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure better pricing and terms
• Resolve supplier related delivery and inventory issues
• Resolve supplier payment issues
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Intermediate level Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong negotiation skills
• Must be able to travel domestically and abroad

Skills

• Experience or knowledge in switch gear or other power distribution equipment (a plus)
• Experience with Epicor Kinetic
• Experience buying industrial breakers
• Experience buying sheet metal
• Project management experience

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to twenty-five pounds at times
• Work in various settings at the Maverick Power facilities, in offices, in multiple shops, and in commercial buildings
• Maintain the same position or posture while performing tasks and sitting for prolonged periods