Strategic Sourcing Buyer — Cost & Supply Expert

Time Manufacturing Company; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Collaborative and innovative work环境

Job summary

TIME Manufacturing Company, a leading global manufacturer of vehicle-mounted aerial lifts and related equipment, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer in Westlake, TX. The role leads supplier quoting and negotiations while implementing global and regional sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, and Finance to drive supplier performance and cost improvements across multiple factories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles within industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading supplier quoting, negotiation, and sourcing decisions.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to follow-through.
• Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems and supply chain planning tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFQs, supplier quotations, delivery timelines, and sourcing alternatives using total cost of ownership principles.
• Support Global Commodity Managers by executing global commodity strategies through supplier sourcing, negotiations, and implementation activities.
• Develop and manage sourcing strategies for non-global, regional, or localized suppliers.
• Act as a primary sourcing interface between the company and assigned suppliers, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Planning teams on sourcing decisions, supplier capabilities, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Identify and implement supplier improvement opportunities related to cost, quality, lead time, delivery, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supply agreements in alignment with sourcing and commodity strategies.
• Analyze supplier cost structures, market conditions, and supply risks to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Support new product development and launch activities by coordinating supplier sourcing, quoting, and readiness.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions related to delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost.
• Partner with Buyers and Planners to ensure sourcing strategies are properly executed within ERP/MRP systems.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align sourcing priorities, resolve issues, and support operational requirements.
• Support company KPIs, including cost reduction, supplier on-time delivery (OTD), quality performance, and supply continuity.
• Identify and implement supply chain improvement initiatives related to supplier lead time reduction, material availability, and supply continuity.
• Develop and negotiate commercial supply arrangements, such as stocking agreements, consignment inventory, or similar models, to support sourcing and operational objectives.
• Evaluate sourcing decisions based on total cost of ownership, including lead time, inventory impact, and supply risk considerations.
• Utilize the 7 Step Sourcing process to address all relevant category management activities and life-cycle requirements from business case initiation to category strategy execution to disposition of strategy where necessary.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

TIME Manufacturing Company, a leading global manufacturer of vehicle-mounted aerial lifts and related equipment, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer in Westlake, TX. The role leads supplier quoting and negotiations while implementing global and regional sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, and Finance to drive supplier performance and cost improvements across multiple factories.