Senior Global Sourcing Buyer — Hybrid, Lead & Cost Savings

The Malco Group; Annandale (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company matching

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid life insurance and paid短短

Paid time off

Job summary

The Malco Group in Annandale, MN, is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead international sourcing, negotiation and procurement for uninterrupted production. You will own the supplier base and drive cost reduction while ensuring on-time delivery across global supply chains.

Reporting to Purchasing Supervisor, you will mentor junior Buyers, manage RFQs, lead cross-functional collaboration with operations, engineering and QA, and optimize landed costs and inventory levels. Hybrid work eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years purchasing/planning experience in manufacturing, with international supplier experience.
• Experience with import regulations, Incoterms, and landed cost analysis.
• Proficient ERP usage (Oracle recommended) for PO processing and planning.
• Proficient MS Office, including Excel for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own the international supplier portfolio end-to-end, including sourcing, onboarding, pricing, contracts, and performance reviews.
• Manage international purchasing logistics with freight forwarders and customs brokers (Incoterms, HTS, duties).
• Lead RFQs to identify cost reductions and develop dual/alternate sources.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and long-term agreements with key suppliers.
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders through ERP, with schedules and expediting.
• Mentor Buyers and help develop purchasing procedures and best practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost reduction

RFQ management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

ASCM/APICS (CPIM, CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification a plus

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel

Job description

The Malco Group in Annandale, MN, is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead international sourcing, negotiation and procurement for uninterrupted production. You will own the supplier base and drive cost reduction while ensuring on-time delivery across global supply chains.

Reporting to Purchasing Supervisor, you will mentor junior Buyers, manage RFQs, lead cross-functional collaboration with operations, engineering and QA, and optimize landed costs and inventory levels. Hybrid work eligible.