Technical Buyer

CEC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Controlled Environments Company (CEC) seeks a Technical Buyer to manage new product requests, ad hoc sourcing, and cost-saving initiatives across commodities. You will identify suppliers, negotiate terms, and drive lead-time improvements while supporting sales with technical product queries.

The role requires on-site work in a fast-paced environment and strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills to maximize value for customers and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Experience in supplier evaluation, negotiation & selection.
• Strong ability to identify solutions and solve problems.
• Comfortable and capable working on-site in fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and administration skills; ability to absorb technical information.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing of products and suppliers to support open enquiries.
• Support sales staff with technical product queries and identify customer solutions.
• Ensure timely turnaround on customer enquiries for best service.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Identify opportunities to reduce sourcing costs and add value for customers.
• Develop market and spend analysis to drive cost savings and supplier improvements.
• Maintain supplier relationships for quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maximize opportunities and tender outcomes.
• Work as part of a dynamic team to achieve company goals.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Supplier evaluation

Problem solving

MS Office

SAP ERP

On-site

Time management

Teamwork

Product knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Relevant field degree

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Office

Job description

Technical Buyer Job Profile

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.

Job Summary
: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 enquiriesSupport sales staff with technical queries on product and identify solutions for our customersEnsure timely turnaround on all customer enquiries to enable the best customer service experienceNegotiate pricing, deals, contracts and delivery schedules with suppliersIdentify, evaluate, and capitalize on opportunities to reduce sourcing costs, build on current product offering, and create additional value for customer baseConduct regular market and spend analysis to drive cost savings and supplier improvementsDevelop and maintain relationship with suppliers to ensure high quality & cost-effective solutionsPartner with key internal stakeholders to develop business and maximize opportunitiesManage tender enquiries and negotiation of contractsWork as part of a dynamic and experienced team to help achieve company goalsDevelop 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 preferredA background in supply chain or sourcing preferredExperience in supplier evaluation, negotiation & selectionProven ability to identify solutions and problem solveMust be comfortable and capable working on-site in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational & administration skillsAbility to absorb technical information of productsExcellent negotiation and decision-making skillsGood computer skills (MS Office), SAP ERP experience highly desirableFlexible & Pro‑active attitude with an ability to think strategicallyAbility to work as part of a team and support colleaguesAbility to work to agreed time scales and deadlinesExperience dealing with products such as industrial supplies, MRO parts, critical spares, electrical components a strong advantage