Senior Buyer, Raw Materials

Key Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, packaging, and services to support production requirements while meeting cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships and collaborate with vendors to ensure consistent material availability and strong service performance.
• Monitor inventory levels and demand requirements to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimize supply disruptions.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms with suppliers in coordination with Corporate Purchasing.
• Support new product launches, inventory replenishment activities, and intercompany material transfers across MAPEI facilities.
• Partner with production, planning, quality, logistics, and corporate teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Resolve supplier quality issues, delivery delays, and service concerns while implementing effective corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or materials management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience purchasing raw materials, packaging, or production-related materials preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems preferred.