Sr. Buyer

Esri; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 70,720 - 108,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing programs

80 hours vacation leave annually

Twelve paid holidays

Job summary

A leading GIS technology firm is seeking a Senior Buyer to enhance purchasing strategies and manage vendor relationships. Candidates should possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of procurement experience. This role involves driving sourcing initiatives, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The firm offers competitive benefits and a base salary range of $70,720 to $108,680 USD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams during sourcing initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive smarter buying decisions through data analysis.
• Lead sourcing initiatives for product standardization.
• Own vendor relationships by negotiating pricing and terms.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, purchasing, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office including Excel

Job description

Overview

At Esri, our procurement team plays a vital role in enabling innovation that helps organizations around the world make better decisions using geographic information. We're seeking a Senior Buyer who brings strong analytical skills, negotiation expertise, and a collaborative approach to purchasing indirect goods and services that keep our business moving forward.

In this role, you'll work closely with internal partners and external suppliers to deliver value through strategic sourcing, thoughtful supplier management, and a focus on quality, cost, and service.

Responsibilities

• Drive smarter buying decisions by performing total price and cost analyses on vendor quotes and proposals, turning data into clear recommendations
• Lead sourcing initiatives across suppliers and categories, supporting product standardization and end-to-end PR/PO processes
• Own vendor relationships, negotiating pricing and terms that deliver maximum value while maintaining strong, long-term partnerships
• Ensure business continuity by balancing quality, cost, and delivery to keep internal customers supported without disruption
• Collaborate cross-functionally, working closely with internal stakeholders to understand needs, align priorities, and deliver solutions
• Manage multiple initiatives at once, bringing structure, organization, and follow-through to every project

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams during sourcing initiatives
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proven negotiation skills and experience solving complex business problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, purchasing, supply chain management, or related field

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience using SAP or other enterprise procurement systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel

Total Rewards

Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry‑leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit‑sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is $70,720 — $108,680 USD

The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life's best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri's Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

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