Strategic Category Buyer: Global Sourcing & Cost Savings

Husqvarna Group; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Employee product discount

Educational assistance

Paid parental leave

11 holidays

Job summary

Husqvarna Construction in Olathe, KS, is seeking a Category Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimize our supply base and reduce TCO. The role requires advanced analytical and negotiation skills and cross‑functional leadership to drive value across the supply chain.

Responsibilities include global/category strategy development, complex negotiations, and supplier management, aligned with sustainability goals and manufacturing needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience as Strategic Buyer or Category Management in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global and regional category strategies.
• Lead complex, enterprise‑wide sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations.
• Drive sourcing activities in NPD/SPD projects aligned with category strategy.
• Research and qualify new vendors; negotiate pricing and contract terms.
• Apply TCO principles to sourcing decisions; monitor commodity trends and mitigate risk.
• Lead cost saving initiatives while maintaining quality and service.
• Manage contracts covering pricing, quality, delivery, and sustainability.
• Foster strategic supplier relationships to support innovation and resilience.
• Collaborate with Plant Operations, Logistics, Quality and Engineering to provide procurement solutions.

Skills

Procurement best practices

Data interpretation

Analytical tools

Excel

Negotiation

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Change leadership

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

AS400

MRP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Husqvarna Construction in Olathe, KS, is seeking a Category Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimize our supply base and reduce TCO. The role requires advanced analytical and negotiation skills and cross‑functional leadership to drive value across the supply chain.

Responsibilities include global/category strategy development, complex negotiations, and supplier management, aligned with sustainability goals and manufacturing needs.