Senior Buyer

SGS & Co; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Buyer to manage the procurement process, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This remote role involves sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials while mentoring junior staff and contributing to supplier relationship management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and significant purchasing experience.

Benefits

Health care plans

Flexible spending account

401(k) Savings Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles.
• Strong negotiation and contract management expertise.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for assigned categories.
• Monitor market trends and negotiate with suppliers.
• Mentor junior buyers and develop procurement strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, supplies, and services to support business operations. This role ensures that procurement activities align with the organization's cost, quality, and delivery objectives. The Senior Buyer will also mentor junior staff, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to process improvements within the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for assigned categories or commodities.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms and pricing.
• Monitor market trends and supply conditions to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, finance, etc.) to understand purchasing needs and specifications.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, contracts, and vendor agreements.
• Track key metrics and prepare reports on cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement activities.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to support business objectives.
• Mentor junior buyers and support their development.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives, including cost reduction and supply chain optimization projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain principles.
• Certification such as CPSM, CPM, or APICS (preferred).

Preferred Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, DE, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, WV

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $65,000 - $68,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Summary:

The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, supplies, and services to support business operations. This role ensures that procurement activities align with the organization's cost, quality, and delivery objectives. The Senior Buyer will also mentor junior staff, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to process improvements within the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for assigned categories or commodities.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms and pricing.
• Monitor market trends and supply conditions to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, finance, etc.) to understand purchasing needs and specifications.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, contracts, and vendor agreements.
• Track key metrics and prepare reports on cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement activities.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to support business objectives.
• Mentor junior buyers and support their development.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives, including cost reduction and supply chain optimization projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and supply chain principles.
• Certification such as CPSM, CPM, or APICS (preferred).

Preferred Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, DE, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, WV

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $65,000 - $68,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Advertising Services

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