Strategic Purchaser

Wurth International Trading America; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Wellness day

Parental leave

Fitness stipend

Student loan assistance

Development stipend

Global networking

Job summary

Wurth International Trading America, Inc. in Wayne, NJ is seeking a strategic Procurement professional to drive growth by managing supplier relationships and long-term contracts.

You will optimize purchasing processes, ensure price competitiveness, and support cross-functional teams across the Würth Group. The role emphasizes supplier selection, risk management, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with global locations to implement innovations and continuous improvement in procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related field.
• Experience in Purchasing Strategy and Operations is preferred.
• ERP experience (SAP preferred) and supplier management experience are valued.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with key suppliers; oversee strategic procurement for product ranges.
• Evaluate, select and develop suppliers based on quality, value, service and innovation.
• Negotiate and review long-term contracts and purchasing terms; manage supplier performance.
• Conduct supplier risk management and drive cost reductions through negotiations.
• Onboard new suppliers and ensure compliance with Würth Purchasing Conditions.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops and visits with customers and suppliers; participate in industry trade fairs.
• Collaborate with Würth sites and cross-functional teams; stay informed on market trends.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Process thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade or related

Tools

SAP

SRM system

Würth Supplier Portal

Job description

Wurth International Trading America, Inc. (US-WINT) serves as a central purchasing hub in the United States, streamlining and consolidating procurement for Wurth Group divisions across the Americas. Is part of the globally renowned Wurth Group, the global market leader in the development, manufacture, and distribution of assembly and fastening materials. The globally active group includes over 400 companies represented in 80 countries with over 2,800 branches. The Würth Group has firmly established itself in the market in its core business, the manufacture of assembly and fastening materials.

Headquartered in Wayne, NJ, Wurth International Trading America (US-WINT) plays a vital role in optimizing purchasing strategies and fostering collaboration across divisions, ensuring consistent quality and value for our partners.

Whether you're just starting your career or looking to grow in new directions, US-WINT offers opportunities to make a lasting impact.

Job Purpose

This role drives company growth and competitiveness by managing strategic procurement, supplier relationships, and negotiating long-term contracts for quality materials and services. It ensures operational excellence through effective purchasing processes, pricing accuracy, and data management. The position also supports innovation and continuous improvement by collaborating across various teams within the Wurth Group.

Strategic Purchasing

• Build and maintain partnerships with key suppliers by overseeing strategic procurement for specific product ranges, conducting supplier searches and assessments, and ensuring optimal sources of goods to support company growth.
• Evaluate, select, and develop suppliers based on quality, value, service, responsiveness, and innovation, including managing supplier ratings, conducting risk management, and seeking access to technologies or components that enable product development and improvement.
• Negotiate, manage, and regularly review long-term contracts and purchasing conditions—covering prices, quality standards, cost-reduction targets, delivery terms, and commercial/legal requirements.
• Monitor and rate supplier performance against contractual obligations, collaborate to drive continuous improvements in cost and performance, and manage purchasing risks through regular negotiations and supplier talks.
• Onboarding of new suppliers by negotiating framework agreements, delivery terms, and additional contracts such as bonuses or rebates, all while ensuring compliance with the General Purchasing Conditions of Würth International.
• Organize and carry out meetings, workshops, visits to customers and suppliers (such as Rapid Plant Assessments), participate in joint negotiations, and attend industry-specific trade fairs to create and execute effective purchasing strategies.
• Stay informed about commodity prices, market trends, and political developments to assess their impact on operations.
• Collaborate with other Würth International locations and participate in cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to departmental innovation and continuous improvement by implementing modern digital tools and supporting initiatives from the Würth Purchasing Council.

Operations Management

• Manage traditional purchasing activities, including processing requests, following up on deliveries, and preparing expenditure reports.
• Collaborate with suppliers to achieve service level targets and ensure timely delivery as requested.
• Managing both internal and external requests to ensure a streamlined delivery process, including the utilization of the Würth Supplier Portal
• Address daily issues as they arise and elevate to higher authorities when necessary.
• Oversee all aspects of purchasing-related master data management within SAP and the SRM system, including vendor setup, supplier relationship management, info record maintenance, and ensuring customer pricing accuracy.
• Maintenance of relevant master data to ensure system accuracy.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related)
• 3+ years in Purchasing Strategy and Operations, working knowledge in trading (import/export)
• Supplier Management and Development, Contract & Agreement Negotiation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Multilingualism a plus
• ERP experience (SAP preferred)
• Stakeholder satisfaction (response & resolution times)

Preferred Skills

• Accuracy and diligence
• Strong communication, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills
• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Customer Centricity — Communicates proactively; balances service and policy
• Process Thinking — Documents SOPs; identifies root causes and drives improvements
• Judgment & Ownership — Makes sound decisions under time pressure; follows through
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Yearly wellness day
• Paid parental leave policy
• Monthly fitness stipend
• Student loan assistance
• Yearly professional development stipend for training
• Networking opportunities on a global scale