Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer – HSP US(Charlotte, NC) Be part of buildingsomething extraordinary

At HSP US, we’re looking for a highly skilled, technically minded Senior Buyer who thrives in a fast‑paced,dynamic environment and wants to grow their career while contributing to high‑impactwork in the energy sector. If you’re energized by strategic purchasing,supplier management, and building procurement processes from the ground up,this role is for you.

The Senior Buyer willplay a critical role in establishing and scaling HSP US’s procurement andsupply chain function. This position is ideal for a proactive, analyticalprofessional who can balance strategic sourcing with hands‑on purchasingexecution. You will support both domestic and international procurement while helping define best‑in‑class purchasing processes for a high‑growthmanufacturing environment.

As a fast‑growingoperation, we are building state‑of‑the‑art machining capabilities, cutting‑edgeprocesses, and a high‑performance culture centered around quality, safety, and innovation.

Joining our team means being part of a once‑in‑a‑generation start‑up environment where you help laythe foundation for operational excellence for years to come.

• Manage end‑to‑end purchasing activities for direct and indirectmaterials in a manufacturing environment
• Develop, evaluate, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery performance
• Execute purchase orders, negotiatepricing, and manage supplier contracts and terms
• Support sourcing initiatives, including supplier identification, RFQs,cost analysis, and supplier onboarding
• Collaborate with engineering,production, and quality teams to understand technical requirements and ensure material compatibility
• Maintain accurate purchasing data, lead times, and supplier performance metrics in SAP S/4
  
  HANA
• Resolve supply issues, shortages, delays, and quality concerns withurgency and professionalism
• Support inventory planning, safety stock strategies, and material availability for production
• Analyze spend data, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare purchasing reports, dashboards,and cost analyses using advanced Excel skills
• Assist in building scalable procurement workflows, SOPs, and documentation for a startup environment
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure smooth inbound material flow

• 5–10 years of purchasing or supply chain experience ina manufacturing environment
• Strong proficiency with SAP S/4
  
  HANA purchasing, MRP, and supplier management modules
• Experience in technical purchasing, includingreading drawings, understanding specifications, and supporting engineering‑drivenprocurement
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP,data analysis)
• Experience with sourcing, RFQs, cost analysis, and supplier negotiations
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, startup‑style environment where processes are evolving
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Experience working with domestic and internationalsuppliers
• Familiarity with the grid power, high‑voltage, orheavy industrial sector is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business,Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred

• HSP is a global leader in high‑voltage bushing technology, delivering innovative, reliable solutions that keep the energy sector moving. For over a century, our expertise has supported grid stability and the evolution of modern power systems.
• Now, we’re bringing that legacy to Charlotte, North Carolina. HSP US is growing fast, uniting engineering, operations, and manufacturing talent to build high‑performance products for customers across the country.
• With Charlotte’s booming energy industry and vibrant workforce, it’s the perfect place to shape the future of high‑voltage technology.

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