Strategic Global Procurement Buyer

Minth North America, Inc.; Lewisburg (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Minth North America, Inc. is seeking a Production Buyer to manage purchasing for mass production materials sourced from international suppliers. This role collaborates with production, quality assurance, and logistics to align procurement with schedules and quality standards.

You will analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, and optimize supplier performance while ensuring compliance with import/export regulations and company policies in a global supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, business administration or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or mass production environment.
• Strong knowledge of international sourcing, import/export regulations, and global supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies for mass production materials and components from international suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery terms with global vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to forecast material requirements and ensure alignment with manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and manage relationships to maintain high standards of quality and reliability.
• Analyze market trends, evaluate risks, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, import/export regulations, and company procurement policies.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation related to purchasing activities, supplier evaluations, and cost analyses.

Skills

International sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Vendor relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Minth North America, Inc. is seeking a Production Buyer to manage purchasing for mass production materials sourced from international suppliers. This role collaborates with production, quality assurance, and logistics to align procurement with schedules and quality standards.

You will analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, and optimize supplier performance while ensuring compliance with import/export regulations and company policies in a global supply chain.