Technical Buyer

Controlled Environments Company (CEC); Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Controlled Environments Company (CEC) in Chandler, AZ, is seeking a Technical Buyer to manage new product requests, sourcing, and cost-saving projects across a range of commodities. You will work with suppliers to identify sources, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules, and drive lead-time improvements to deliver outstanding customer service.

Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing procurement, supplier relationships, and cost reductions in critical environments such as microelectronics,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or relevant field preferred.
• Experience in supplier evaluation, negotiation & selection.
• Must be comfortable and capable working on-site in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational & administration skills.
• Experience dealing with products such as industrial supplies, MRO parts, electrical components is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing of products and suppliers to support open enquiries.
• Support sales staff with technical queries on product and identify solutions for our customers.
• Ensure timely turnaround on all customer enquiries to enable the best customer service experience.
• Negotiate pricing, deals, contracts and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Identify, evaluate, and capitalize on opportunities to reduce sourcing costs and create value for customers.
• Conduct regular market and spend analysis to drive cost savings and supplier improvements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure high quality and cost-effective solutions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop business and maximize opportunities.
• Manage tender enquiries and negotiation of contracts.
• Work as part of a dynamic team to help achieve company goals.
• Develop a strong understanding of our product offering, supplier base, and customer applications.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Decision making

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or relevant field

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Office

Job description

About The Company

Controlled Environments Company (CEC) is a single source supplier and solutions provider to customers operating in critically clean and controlled environments. Established in 1996, the company supports some of the world’s largest multinational manufacturers across the microelectronics, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, life science, and medical device industries.

Technical Buyer Job Profile

The Technical Buyer will manage new product requests, ad hoc sourcing requirements, and cost saving project initiatives across a range of commodities. Working with new and existing suppliers they will identify purchasing sources for products to achieve functional improvements, cost savings, and improved lead-times.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing of products and suppliers to support open enquiries
• Support sales staff with technical queries on product and identify solutions for our customers
• Ensure timely turnaround on all customer enquiries to enable the best customer service experience
• Negotiate pricing, deals, contracts and delivery schedules with suppliers
• Identify, evaluate, and capitalize on opportunities to reduce sourcing costs, build on current product offering, and create additional value for customer base
• Conduct regular market and spend analysis to drive cost savings and supplier improvements
• Develop and maintain relationship with suppliers to ensure high quality & cost-effective solutions
• Partner with key internal stakeholders to develop business and maximize opportunities
• Manage tender enquiries and negotiation of contracts
• Work as part of a dynamic and experienced team to help achieve company goals
• Develop a strong understanding of our product offering, supplier base, competitive landscape, and customer applications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or relevant field preferred
• A background in supply chain or sourcing preferred
• Experience in supplier evaluation, negotiation & selection
• Proven ability to identify solutions and problem solve
• Must be comfortable and capable working on-site in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational & administration skills
• Ability to absorb technical information of products
• Excellent negotiation and decision-making skills
• Good computer skills (MS Office), SAP ERP experience highly desirable
• Flexible & Pro-active attitude with an ability to think strategically
• Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues
• Ability to work to agreed time scales and deadlines
• Experience dealing with products such as industrial supplies, MRO parts, critical spares, electrical components a strong advantage