Strategic Buyer: Sourcing & Cost Optimization Leader

Stevens Industries, Inc.; Teutopolis (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) Match

Profit Sharing

On-Site Childcare

Education Assistance

Job summary

Stevens Industries, Inc. in Teutopolis, IL is seeking a Strategic Buyer to source raw materials, components, and finished goods for its value streams.

You will contribute to profitability, supply continuity, and operational performance through strategic purchasing decisions, data analysis, and effective management of the supplier base. The role collaborates with engineering and operations on new product introductions, negotiates long-term contracts, and monitors spend and supplier performance to

Qualifications

• Five+ years of strategic purchasing in manufacturing
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and present findings
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Independent judgment and data-driven decision making
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and ERP systems
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop suppliers through market research and analysis
• Foster relationships with suppliers and educate on manufacturing processes
• Negotiate long-term contracts with pricing, quality, and delivery terms
• Monitor supplier performance and analyze spend to drive cost improvements
• Analyze purchasing data and present findings via reports and dashboards
• Own purchasing parameters in ERP; work with specialists for transactions
• Collaborate with engineering and operations on new product introductions and cost-reduction initiatives

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Purchasing software

Job description

Stevens Industries, Inc. in Teutopolis, IL is seeking a Strategic Buyer to source raw materials, components, and finished goods for its value streams.

You will contribute to profitability, supply continuity, and operational performance through strategic purchasing decisions, data analysis, and effective management of the supplier base. The role collaborates with engineering and operations on new product introductions, negotiates long-term contracts, and monitors spend and supplier performance to