Senior Buyer | Hybrid MN | Relocation Assistance

Rolls-Royce Power Systems; Mankato (MN); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Power Systems in Mankato, MN is seeking a Sr. Buyer to drive supplier strategy and negotiate contracts for goods and services.

The role focuses on cost-effectiveness, policy compliance, and supplier development across the supply chain, with leadership responsibilities in risk management and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, analyze cost data, and negotiate favorable terms while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business plus 4 years of procurement experience or higher
• Bachelor’s degree in Business plus 2 years of procurement experience
• Master’s or JD/PhD in Business preferred
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of procurement experience may apply
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships including negotiating pricing and contracts
• Analyze supplier cost and pricing data and drive supplier performance improvements
• Develop negotiation strategies within commodities for pricing and terms
• Lead cross-functional projects from order to closeout with scheduling and risk management
• Oversee procurement activities by reviewing MRP and ensuring timely delivery of components
• Provide updates to internal departments and executive management on projects

Skills

Negotiation skills

SAP systems

Cost analysis

Procurement

Education

Associate’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Master’s degree in Business

JD/PhD in Business

6+ years of procurement experience (in lieu of degree)

Tools

SAP systems

Job description

Rolls-Royce Power Systems in Mankato, MN is seeking a Sr. Buyer to drive supplier strategy and negotiate contracts for goods and services.

The role focuses on cost-effectiveness, policy compliance, and supplier development across the supply chain, with leadership responsibilities in risk management and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, analyze cost data, and negotiate favorable terms while coordinating with cross-functional teams.