Strategic Sourcing Buyer I

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer I/II/Senior is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying.

This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management.

To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.

Supervision Responsibility:

None

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.



* Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives


* Design and implement scalable sourcing plans


* Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements


* Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch


* Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction


* Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis


* Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs


* Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing


* Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements


* Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production


* Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results


* Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance


* Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner


* Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status


* Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Education and Experience  


* Bachelor’s Degree in Bus...