Senior Indirect Procurement Lead

Plug Power; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug Power is seeking a Senior Buyer to procure parts and components for manufacturing, while leading the purchasing team. The role emphasizes strong supplier relationships, timely transactional work, and cross-functional collaboration to drive efficiency and reduce downtime.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in a technology manufacturing environment, with excellent analytical and communication skills and advanced Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience in technology manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders to procure material in support of manufacturing and other functions.
• Build and maintain cross-functional relationships; communicate timelines and activities affecting supply chain.
• Understand build schedules and manage supply chain activities to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Ensure on-time delivery of parts; follow up on POs with suppliers and manage expectations.
• Resolve quality issues with suppliers; collaborate to meet material specs and metrics.
• Develop supplier relationships; manage date pull-ins and push-outs.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plug Power is seeking a Senior Buyer to procure parts and components for manufacturing, while leading the purchasing team. The role emphasizes strong supplier relationships, timely transactional work, and cross-functional collaboration to drive efficiency and reduce downtime.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in a technology manufacturing environment, with excellent analytical and communication skills and advanced Excel proficiency.