Sr. Site Buyer

Position Summary

The Senior Site Buyer is responsible for owning material availability and supply continuity for assigned commodities within an approved supplier environment. This role applies advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to anticipate supply risks, optimize inventory strategies, and ensure alignment between demand and supply. The Senior Site Buyer drives supplier performance, leads issue resolution, and collaborates cross-functionally to improve operational outcomes, while serving as a subject matter expert and influencing continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Principal Responsibilities

•    Own end-to-end material availability and supply continuity, ensuring alignment of supply with demand and production requirements
•    Analyze MRP signals, forecasts, and exception messages to proactively adjust supply plans, mitigate risk, and prevent disruptions
•    Manage supplier performance for approved suppliers, including delivery reliability, responsiveness, and issue resolution; lead corrective actions as needed
•    Develop and maintain inventory and planning strategies (e.g., safety stock, lead times, reorder parameters) to balance service levels and working capital
•    Monitor open purchase orders, supplier commitments, and material flow; lead resolution of shortages, delays, and recovery plans
•    Drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to support engineering changes (ECR/ECO), supplier issues, and compliance requirements
•    Identify and lead continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives, including lead-time reduction, process improvements, and inventory optimization
•    Ensure accuracy and integrity of ERP data (material master, planning parameters, supplier data, pricing) to support effective planning and execution
•    Lead management of material lifecycle risks, including excess, obsolescence, and demand variability
•    Resolve complex supplier-related issues (delivery, quality, invoice discrepancies) and act as escalation point for the team
•    Communicate supply risks, constraints, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and leadership
•    Serve as a subject matter expert in purchasing systems and processes; provide guidance, training, and support to buyers and cross-functional partners
•    Support compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and internal policies within a regulated environment
•    Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives, audits, and special projects as required

Education / Experience Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)
•    2–5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
•    Experience with supplier management, cost analysis, and procurement decision-making
•    APICS (CPIM) or ISM (CPSM/C.P.M.) certification preferred

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

•    Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound business decisions
•    Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
•    Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive decisions (e.g., spend analysis, inventory optimization)
•    Strong ERP system experience (SAP preferred)
•    Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools

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Working Conditions / Physical Demands

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between ($87,400-$131,100)  however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  The total compensation package for this position will also include benefits such as medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, participation in 401(k) savings plan, and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO, short- and long-term disability and parental leave, dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.