Senior Buyer - Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations (Hybrid)

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.

in Neenah, WI is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead supplier relationships, category management initiatives, and complex contract negotiations that drive business results. In this role, you will purchase materials and services that meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements while developing sourcing strategies and optimizing total cost of ownership. You will collaborate with internal teams and strategic suppliers to improve margins and value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Associate degree plus two years of related experience may be considered.
• CPM or related certificate preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a purchasing role.
• Experience with a Materials Management ERP system preferred.
• Demonstrated vendor contract negotiations for large or complex purchases.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier relationships and category management initiatives.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers.
• Source and purchase goods and services meeting quality, quantity, specs.
• Develop sourcing strategies to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
• Monitor vendor performance and expedite delivery as needed.
• Review products annually to identify new sources and strategies.
• Manage invoice discrepancies with suppliers and internal Accounting.
• Assist with internal and external quotes and cost estimates.
• Provide training and best-practices guidance to the team.
• Negotiate contracts with business units.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Total cost of ownership

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Business

CPM certificate

Tools

HP-A system

QuickBase

Job description

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.

in Neenah, WI is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead supplier relationships, category management initiatives, and complex contract negotiations that drive business results. In this role, you will purchase materials and services that meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements while developing sourcing strategies and optimizing total cost of ownership. You will collaborate with internal teams and strategic suppliers to improve margins and value.