Senior Buyer & Supply Chain Strategist

Fike Corporation; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three Weeks PTO + holidays

Medical, Vision & Dental

401(k) with match

Profit Sharing Bonus

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

On-site Fitness Center

Safety shoe & glasses reimbursement

Company events & picnics

Free parking

Job summary

Fike Corporation, a blue-ribbon manufacturer in Blue Springs, MO, seeks a Buyer 3 to lead supplier strategy, sourcing, and category management. You will drive supplier development, manage inventory decisions, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to enhance supply chain performance and continuity.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing or operations and a business degree. Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills are essential to optimize replenishment and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or equivalent.
• Five or more years in Manufacturing, Purchasing, or Operations.
• Knowledge of Supply Management, Materials Resource Planning and replenishment.

Responsibilities

• Leads supplier strategy, sourcing decisions, and supplier development for continuity and cost competitiveness.
• Influences stocking strategy, demand planning, and supplier stocking programs.
• Manages cross-functional supply chain initiatives to improve performance.
• Improves purchasing/planning processes, governance, and workflows through continuous improvement.
• Resolves complex supply issues with minimal oversight and manages contractual matters.
• Acts as technical/process leader within Purchasing, guiding Buyers and partners.
• Owns category and supplier strategies, risk management, and continuous improvement.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information processed.
• Performs related duties with regular attendance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Inventory knowledge

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Google Suite

Job description

Fike Corporation, a blue-ribbon manufacturer in Blue Springs, MO, seeks a Buyer 3 to lead supplier strategy, sourcing, and category management. You will drive supplier development, manage inventory decisions, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to enhance supply chain performance and continuity.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing or operations and a business degree. Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills are essential to optimize replenishment and risk management.