Procurement Buyer
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Procurement Buyer optimizing strategic sourcing, negotiations, and supplier performance for a growing organization. Driving cost savings and supply-chain efficiency in a fully remote USA role.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and market dynamics
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, price, delivery reliability, and partnership potential
- Negotiate supplier contracts, terms, conditions, and payment terms
- Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance against agreed metrics
- Analyze market trends, economic indicators, industry benchmarks, and spend data to identify cost savings
- Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement requirements and provide guidance
- Maintain procurement records, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance data
- Manage inventory levels where applicable to optimize stock and minimize holding costs
- Resolve supplier issues and disputes to minimize operational disruption
- Improve procurement processes, systems, and tools
- Develop category strategies aligned with organizational objectives
- Manage end-to-end procurement for assigned categories from requisition to payment
- Develop and maintain supplier performance management programs
- Support procurement policies and procedures
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field is essential
- Minimum of 5-7 years of proven, progressive experience as a Procurement Buyer, Category Manager, or in a similar strategic sourcing and procurement role
- Expertise in advanced negotiation techniques and contract management
- Understanding of procurement principles, strategic sourcing methodologies, and industry best practices
- Proficiency with procurement software, e-sourcing platforms, and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making abilities
- Communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work autonomously and manage workload in a remote setting
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
- Familiarity with sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management frameworks, and supplier evaluation methodologies
- Experience in managing indirect spend categories is highly desirable
- CPSM or CIPS certifications are a plus
- Understanding of supply chain risk management and mitigation strategies
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Based in the USA
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings plans
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Flexible work from home
- Significant autonomy
- Diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture
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