Buyer

PEAK Technical Services Inc.; Ogden (UT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

PEAK Technical Services Inc. in Ogden, UT is seeking a Buyer focused on sourcing and managing specialty chemicals, propellants, polymers, coatings, and other raw materials used in automotive safety systems.

This hybrid role requires coordinating with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain teams worldwide to support strategic sourcing decisions and supplier risk assessments. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 6 years of relevant experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 6 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of chemicals, propellants, resins, polymers, coatings, or other industrial raw materials.
• Proven negotiation, supplier management, and cost analysis skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with global Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Strong project management, organization, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage a global supplier base for chemicals, propellants, coatings, polymers, and related raw materials.
• Lead supplier lifecycle management, including sourcing, negotiations, performance reviews, and risk assessments.
• Support sustainability and regulatory-driven material transitions through structured sourcing and change management processes.
• Develop and implement cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and value engineering initiatives.
• Drive supplier quality, delivery, and cost performance while ensuring supply continuity.
• Support new product launches and strategic sourcing activities aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to support operational and commercial goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Advanced English

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Buyer

Location: Ogden, UT

Reports to: Purchasing Manager

Work Schedule: Hybrid (Monday-Thursday on-site, Friday remote)

Salary: $80-86K

Join our Global Textiles team as a Buyerfocusing on sourcing and managing specialty chemicals, propellants, polymers, coatings, and other raw materials used in automotive safety restraint systems. This role is responsible for developing and managing a global supply base, ensuring supplier performance in cost, quality, delivery, compliance, and sustainability while supporting serial production and new product launches.

The Buyer will lead sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, cost reduction activities, risk mitigation, and supplier development programs across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 suppliers. The position also plays a key role in driving material transitions toward more sustainable and compliant alternatives, aligning with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and business strategy.

Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain teams worldwide, you will support strategic sourcing decisions, supplier risk assessments, resourcing projects, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure a robust and competitive global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a global supplier base for chemicals, propellants, coatings, polymers, and related raw materials.
• Lead supplier lifecycle management, including sourcing, negotiations, performance reviews, and risk assessments.
• Support sustainability and regulatory-driven material transitions through structured sourcing and change management processes.
• Develop and implement cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and value engineering initiatives.
• Drive supplier quality, delivery, and cost performance while ensuring supply continuity.
• Support new product launches and strategic sourcing activities aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to support operational and commercial goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of chemicals, propellants, resins, polymers, coatings, or other industrial raw materials.
• Proven negotiation, supplier management, and cost analysis skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with global Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Strong project management, organization, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Preferred

• Experience in the automotive industry.
• Knowledge of supplier risk management, sustainability initiatives, and global sourcing strategies.
• Familiarity with cost modeling, long-term agreements (LTAs), and supplier development programs.

Ogden, UT, is a vibrant city nestled against the Wasatch Mountains, offering a blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventures. Known for its rich history and scenic beauty, Ogden provides an excellent quality of life for residents and visitors alike.