Senior Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Global Negotiations

Rolls-Royce; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Total Rewards package

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m?

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Sr. Buyer in Mankato, MN to lead procurement activities, develop sourcing strategies, and drive cost savings with global suppliers. The role requires strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, plus ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities include managing supplier performance, implementing standardized processes, and ensuring ethical conduct while supporting a comprehensive Total Rewards package and bonus plan.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, no visa sponsorship available.
• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of procurement or 9 years of related experience in supply chain.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to supplier locations.

Responsibilities

• Process purchasing award summaries and documents.
• Develop commodity team strategies aligned with Global Purchasing and Logistics objectives.
• Develop sourcing lists and monitor supplier performance.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliers.
• Forecast annual material, purchasing volumes, and savings targets.
• Support cost savings initiatives and standardized processes across the function.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Cost analysis

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or related field

Engineering or technical degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Sr. Buyer in Mankato, MN to lead procurement activities, develop sourcing strategies, and drive cost savings with global suppliers. The role requires strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, plus ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities include managing supplier performance, implementing standardized processes, and ensuring ethical conduct while supporting a comprehensive Total Rewards package and bonus plan.