Hybrid Buyer, Procurement Buying & Category Management bei Signet Jewelers

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The Buyer is a key member of the Indirect Procurement Buying & Category Management (B&CM) team, responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of assigned indirect spending categories. This role ensures the timely and accurate procurement of goods and services that support company operations, maintains positive supplier relationships, and helps identify opportunities for cost savings and service improvement.

Procurement activities for this role include, but are not limited to, creating and managing purchase orders, tracking order status, monitoring supplier performance, and resolving delivery or quality issues. The Buyer analyzes usage trends and collaborates with internal partners to recommend adjustments to buying patterns to optimize cost and service.

The role works closely with the Operations team to help maintain optimal inventory levels for business-critical supplies, leveraging demand planning and SKU-level analysis to avoid stockouts and reduce excess inventory.

The Buyer contributes to the annual budget creation process by providing detailed forecasts, historical spend analysis, and cost-saving recommendations. They perform monthly reviews of actual spend versus budget, identify and explain variances, and partner with stakeholders to implement corrective actions. They are also responsible for assisting in identifying and implementing Zero-Based (ZBx) cost optimization opportunities and eliminating unnecessary expenses while ensuring operational needs are met.

Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Budgeting & Financial Management

• Lead budget planning for assigned categories by providing accurate forecasts, spend history, and cost-reduction proposals.

• Perform monthly budget-to-actual spend reviews, investigating and explaining variances.

• Assist in implementing corrective actions in collaboration with managers and stakeholders to maintain budget compliance.

• Identify and deliver ZBx cost optimization opportunities, cost avoidance initiatives, and process changes that reduce expenses without impacting service.

Category & Supplier Management

• Manage assigned indirect spending categories to ensure consistent supply, service quality, and operational alignment.

• Maintain productive relationships with suppliers, holding them accountable to contractual commitments and issue resolution.

• Analyze SKU-level usage trends, market conditions, and operational needs to recommend adjustments to buying patterns.

• Collaborate with the manager and suppliers to identify opportunities for improved service or cost savings.

Procurement Execution

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders for assigned categories through procurement systems (SAP, IMS, CLM, etc.).

• Track orders from placement through delivery, address delivery or quality issues, and ensure timely resolution in coordination with suppliers and stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure processes are executed in accordance with company standards.

• Collaborate with internal partners on process enhancements that improve procurement efficiency and accuracy.

Team Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

• Share category, supplier, and system knowledge with peers to support team capability and efficiency.

• Participate in cross-training and skill development opportunities to expand procurement expertise.

Position Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.

Acceptable Job-Related Experience: 2+ years

• Experience in indirect procurement, buying, inventory management, or category management in a corporate environment.

• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier performance, resolve operational issues, and support budgeting processes.

• Experience collaborating with operational stakeholders to balance cost control with service needs.

Technical/Other Skills:

• Proficiency in procurement platforms such as SAP, IMS, CLM, Pathways, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret spend data, usage trends, and supplier performance metrics.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of inventory management principles, category management best practices, and supplier governance.