Strategic Buyer — Supplier Leadership & Cost Optimization

MissionHires; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking a Strategic Buyer in Louisville, Kentucky. This role is critical in linking suppliers with internal teams, ensuring timely delivery of materials for complex projects.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management within a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include managing supplier relationships and leading contract negotiations to achieve strategic goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably within strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and commodity sourcing.
• Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, project management, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic supplier relationships for assigned commodity categories.
• Partner with teams to forecast supply needs and support project schedules.
• Lead supplier pricing discussions and contract negotiations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Procurement

Microsoft Excel

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or Operations

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

MissionHires is seeking a Strategic Buyer in Louisville, Kentucky. This role is critical in linking suppliers with internal teams, ensuring timely delivery of materials for complex projects.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management within a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include managing supplier relationships and leading contract negotiations to achieve strategic goals.