Sr, Buyer , Strategic
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-02-28
Listing for:
Littelfuse
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
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Business
Business Development, Business Management, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Piedras Negras PCPtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR-110976
Littelfuse is one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries.
From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion.
The
** Senior Strategic Buyer
** reports directly to the Procurement Manager. This role leads the procurement of key materials, parts, supplies, and equipment for manufacturing in order to optimize pricing and delivery terms. Reviews current suppliers and identifies areas where pricing opportunities may exist. Leads pricing negotiations.# # ABOUT THE JOB
* Leads daily purchasing activities for a specific group to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.
* Reviews current agreements to find opportunities for renegotiations; leads renegotiation discussions that can assist with more competitive pricing or terms.
* Partners with the business to understand new product development needs, identifies suppliers, and negotiates favorable terms.
* Identifies, recommends, and drives the processes improvement strategies.
* Negotiates with vendors and is responsible of sourcing other possible commercial partners.# ABOUT YOU
* Bachelor or university degree
* Five to seven years of experience
* Experience with global manufacturing companies preferred
* Advanced knowledge in MS Office
* Strong analytical skills
* Strong communication skills
* High attention to detail
* Advanced english level[](blob:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)0:00 / 4:25
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