Senior Buyer

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of assigned parts—from data maintenance and procurement to order management, shipment tracking, and timely delivery coordination.
• Determine quantity, order date, lot size, frequency, and other relevant parameters in the ERP for creating purchase orders to meet stocking levels and delivery schedules.
• Demonstrates exceptional control of live purchase orders to ensure they arrive as needed.
• Drives cost and time efficiency throughout all aspects of the supply chain and attains annual performance targets.
• Necessary tactics include using optimal purchase quantity for price breaks, using economic shipping methods, negotiating part price and regular bidding of parts between different suppliers.
• Regularly participate and lead team meetings regarding supply chain activities with Customer Service, Sales, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to onboard new suppliers, ensuring seamless integration into procurement workflows.
• Support Engineering projects by coordinating procurement needs and ensuring timely material availability.
• Aid in Quality initiatives by working closely with suppliers and internal teams to maintain compliance with quality standards.
• Work closely with warehouse and receiving teams to optimize incoming inventory processes, reduce receiving errors, and improve operational efficiency.
• Cook up with accounts payable and shipping/receiving to resolve billing or return issues and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain efficiency in managing large volumes of emails, Teams messages, and phone calls, ensuring timely and professional responses to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in frequent collaborative Teams meetings with internal coworkers and outside suppliers across different countries.
• Notify relevant stakeholders about stock shortages or supply chain disruptions, providing timely updates on solutions and delivery timelines.
• Approach obstacles with an analytical mindset, using expertise and procurement tools (such as Excel) to assess trends and solutions.
• Gather relevant data and thoughtfully assess potential resolutions before taking action, while recognizing when collaboration or guidance from management is necessary to ensure the best outcome.
• Take ownership of procurement decisions, driving efficiency and fostering an empowered work environment.
• Identify potential supply chain disruptions early and escalate concerns to management to mitigate risks.
• Embrace spirit of continuous improvement, contributing and collaborating on department efficiency and process optimization projects.

Qualifications

• A Business degree or technical degree required in a related field.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills; must be able to read, comprehend written correspondence and reports; must be able to communicate with multiple levels of staff throughout the organization.
• Able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must have effective interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, and outlook.
• D365 or similar ERP/MRP/CRM software application experience and MS Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Excel for evaluating demand and supply fluctuations.
• Exceptional communication skills, ensuring clarity and collaboration across multiple teams.
• Able to adapt to shifting priorities, reassess strategies quickly, and drive procurement efficiency.
• International procurement experience, particularly in France, Romania, Switzerland, Canada, and Mexico.