Technical skills

Data analysis

About this role

Duties &

Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include but may not be limited to the following. Additional duties may be assigned depending upon the needs of the business.

Manages a portfolio of commodity (purchased part category) suppliers:
Accountable for delivering and implementation of a comprehensive strategic supply strategy (for their respective commodity) to the Executive Leadership Team.
Portfolio designations include- Preferred, Potential, No New Business, and Desource. Suppliers are initially selected based on the commodity team’s recommendation (confirmed by the Executive Leadership Team).
Suppliers understand the Senior Buyer is the “gatekeeper” to company opportunity.
The Senior Buyer creates a strategy based on their insight of current purchase commodity needs + future requirements (vision and innovation).
Ensures the supplier engagement processes (RFQ, negotiations, etc.) are conducted with fairness and integrity.
Senior Buyer provides Supply Chain guidance to all company locations purchasing the commodity products.

This position is also responsible for the procurement of production materials and services, non-production materials and services, consumable tooling, and capital equipment associated with the commodity of purchased products.

Responsible for leading supplier selection and supplier engagement opportunities.
Responsible for supplier development initiatives focused on improving delivery performance, reducing cost, and improving quality.
Responsible for staying apprised of technology updates and recent trends within industry and related commodity products.
Facilitates supplier led training with cross-functional departments to improve overall supply chain knowledge.
Act as a change agent by supporting organizational/departmental continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, and services.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of organizational objectives.
Candidate

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years Supply Chain experience required
Experience in working with cross-functional teams
Problem solving and prevention skills a must
Epicor experience or similar ERP required
Microsoft Office
Excel, Word, and Power Point
Job Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred
APICS or ISM certification a plus

This organization is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.