Category Buyer - Racing

Overview

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The Racing Category Buyer is a key individual contributor within Mercury’s direct material procurement organization, focused on sourcing and managing suppliers mainly supporting Plant 36 operations. Reporting to the Site Procurement Manager, this role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving improvements in cost, quality, delivery, and innovation to support Mercury’s manufacturing and new product development objectives.

• Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong business relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on requirements and expectations.
• Conduct supplier audits and business reviews to drive engagement and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate Requests for Quote (RFQs), analyze quotations, and recommend supplier selections based on total cost of ownership and strategic fit.
• Lead contract development, negotiation, and execution, ensuring compliance with agreed terms.
• Ensure suppliers meet Mercury’s standards for quality, delivery, and compliance.

• Sourcing & Cost Management

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with category objectives and operational needs.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms to achieve optimal cost outcomes.
• Perform detailed cost analysis, including benchmarking and ‘should cost’ modeling, to validate supplier proposals.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery.
• Execute purchase orders, requisitions, and appropriation requests for the purchasing of tooling, components, and services as required

• Project Management

• Manage sourcing projects from concept through production launch, ensuring quality, cost, and timing objectives are met.
• Coordinate change management processes for design or supplier-driven changes, ensuring timely execution and communication.
• Monitor and report project schedules, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders.

• Supply Assurance

• Ensure continuity of supply supporting operations, proactively addressing potential disruptions.
• Support escalation and resolution of supplier delivery or quality issues.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to align procurement objectives with business needs.
• Actively participate in category strategy development and execution.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

• BS/BA in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier management roles.
• Strong negotiation and cost management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Occasional domestic and international travel, up to 20%

• CPSM or CPIM certification
• Lean Six Sigma certification

The hiring range for this position is $73,600 to $106,200 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including…