Senior Buyer - Manufacturing

• Highly visible role with ample room for career growth
• Hybrid model - 2 days WFH weekly

About Our Client

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing procurement strategies, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality materials to support production schedules. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of supply chain principles, and the ability to build and maintain strategic supplier relationships in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Description

• Procurement Strategy: Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with the company's objectives, focusing on cost savings, quality improvement, and supplier performance.
• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and sustainability. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships.
• Negotiation & Contract Management: Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable agreements that meet operational and budgetary requirements.
• Material Planning: Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to forecast material needs, ensuring inventory levels meet production demands without excess stock.
• Cost Control: Monitor market trends and material price fluctuations to proactively address cost changes. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Risk Management: Assess supplier risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions to the supply chain.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all purchased materials meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. Work closely with quality assurance teams to address non-conformances.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate procurement processes and tools to identify inefficiencies and drive improvements that enhance operational performance.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior procurement team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or buying roles, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices and material management principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

What's on Offer

• Be part of a forward-thinking manufacturing team committed to innovation and operational excellence.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Contact

Clayton Hamilton

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