Sr. Buyer

Hydro Extrusions; Spanish Fork (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company匹

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a Senior Buyer in Spanish Fork, UT to own spend and plant responsibilities, provide sourcing and supplier base management expertise, and drive cost-effective procurement strategies across the site. The role includes onboarding new products, pricing control, and cross-functional project coordination.

You will need a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and at least five years in procurement or related fields, with strong analytical, ERP, and communication skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Business or a related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a technical manufacturing role.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong analytical, organizational and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the annual Procurement Plan for Spanish Fork and assigned spend categories.
• Deliver procurement support for the Spanish Fork location and departments.
• Drive cost savings initiatives in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.
• Evaluate suppliers on cost, quality and risk; select alternates as needed.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance and compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Location: Spanish Fork, UT, US, 84660 Career area: Procurement Department: Buyer Job Type: Permanent Apply by: Position will be posted until filled.

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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job Summary:

As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for taking full and independent ownership over assigned spend and plant responsibilities. This role will provide sourcing, commodity, and supply base management expertise to ensure that all aspects of the sourcing process meet the company’s quality, surety of supply, and cost to meet procurement requirements. This role will be responsible to strategically source existing products, onboard new products and brands, control pricing and creatively initiate and execute plant strategies. A Senior Buyer must have an entrepreneurial mind, a keen understanding of industry trends, and ability to coordinate projects across multiple departments.

What you will be doing

• Develop annual Procurement Plan for Spanish Fork and assigned spend categories.
• Deliver Procurement support for the Spanish Fork location and departments.
• Work with operations and maintenance teams to manage and drive cost savings initiative based on the Procurement Plan.
• Enter savings projects in Provalido system and maintain project portfolio.
• Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, and risk factors. Source alternate suppliers as needed.
• Partner with quality and finance to monitor supplier performance.
• Implement supplier sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain an efficient and reliable storeroom process.
• Execute contracts for identified suppliers.
• Maintain compliance with internal policies and procedures. Proactively identify gaps in compliance and create actions plans to remediate.
• Process purchase orders – including conveying purchase orders to the suppliers.
• Purchase order/order acknowledgment accuracy - Verify pricing, order quantity, requested date, and supplier promised delivery date.
• Reconciling and resolving all issues related to invoices, purchase orders, and receipts.
• Maintain accurate supplier account status including, but not limited to:
• Set up of new suppliers.
• Updating terms, addresses, phone numbers, point of contact, etc.
• Manage and drive cost improvement initiatives by analyzing spend and purchase trends for tracking of all departments.
• Assist in Inventory process as needed.
• Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental requirements.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Business or a related field preferred.

• 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a technical manufacturing role.
• Less than 10% travel.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Intermediate analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and take action.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).
• Proficiency in ERP systems with a preference for Oracle and/or SAP.
• General knowledge of procurement strategies, supplier negotiations, and sourcing processes.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadline
• Strong desire and ability to work cross functionally and influence decision makers.
• Understand policies and procedures and implement changes where necessary to promote a culture of compliance.
• Develop and lead junior buyer / inventory analyst.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job-related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work-related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differencesare acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Ourglobal diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusiveworkplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential.With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build acareer that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with apresence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you havethe chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.