Hybrid Domestic Buyer bei SOS (a VEZA Manufacturing Company)
SOS (a VEZA Manufacturing Company) · Roberts, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Roberts
Description
· Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Reduce total cost for the company in managed categories while improving the overall quality of products and services provided. Oversee and manage the associated spend and supplier relationships. Ensure optimal performance from key suppliers and monitor costs.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure effective communication and collaboration. Monitor vendor performance against service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure compliance and quality standards. Identify potential risks associated with vendor relationships and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
· Work closely with internal stakeholders, including, finance, quality and operations, to align vendor management strategies with organizational goals. Serve as the go-to person for questions, issues, and projects collaborating with teams such as Supply Chain, Logistics, Quality, and Operations.
· Act as the point of contact for site-specific needs related to supply and suppliers. Expedite raw material shipments and provide support during emergency situations to ensure procurement does not become a bottleneck.
· Prepare and present reports on vendor performance, cost savings, and other relevant metrics to senior management.
· Own and manage pricing updates for raw materials. Ensure purchase records are consistently updated and local materials management aligns with pricing agreements for purchase orders.
· Guide operations to follow proper procurement processes and ensure adherence to minimum quoting and contract procedures.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
· Experience in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on electronics preferred.
· Experience with pricing, invoicing, and managing procurement systems preferred.
· Experience negotiation and contract management skills preferred.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
· Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and manage internal relationships. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions at all levels
· Ability to lead projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and vendor management software.
Skills:
· The candidate is expected to be strong or excel in the following skills: verbal and written communication, interpersonal, customer service, leadership, collaboration, negotiation, analytical and problem solving
· Ability to lead and develop a team
· Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
· Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, requirements, and competing demands in a deadline driven environment
· Ability to travel up to 25% annually
Jetzt bewerben