Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Job Description

The Buyer plays a key role in supporting aftermarket operations by developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs and lead times. This role serves as a critical liaison between the aftermarket team, value-added kit team, and procurement group to ensure reliable supply, competitive pricing, and strong vendor performance within a manufacturing environment.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies tailored to the needs of the aftermarket and value-added kit (VAK) business.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the aftermarket team, value-added kit team, and procurement group to align on vendor base, pricing, and lead times.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations that meet agreed turnaround times and quality requirements for aftermarket and VAK needs.
• Drive reductions in supplier lead times and overall costs to increase marketability, improve margins, and reduce landed costs.
• Manage the MRP demand system by reviewing requirements, placing purchase orders, and expediting materials to meet customer demand.
• Implement and manage stocking programs that align with overall demand plans and aftermarket strategies.
• Provide market insights and analysis on pricing trends, including Consumer Price Index (CPI) and other cost drivers, to support decision‑making.
• Lead the qualification process for new suppliers, including evaluation, onboarding, and ongoing performance review.
• Participate in supplier negotiations focused on total cost of ownership, legal requirements, and contract terms and conditions.
• Coordinate with international counterparts to identify and develop low‑cost country sourcing strategies.
• Assist with preparing and supporting quotations and negotiations related to international and low‑cost country sourcing.
• Drive and support the implementation of process improvements and changes within purchasing and supply chain activities.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing activities support aftermarket growth, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Job Description

The Buyer plays a key role in supporting aftermarket operations by developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs and lead times. This role serves as a critical liaison between the aftermarket team, value‑added kit team, and procurement group to ensure reliable supply, competitive pricing, and strong vendor performance within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies tailored to the needs of the aftermarket and value‑added kit (VAK) business.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the aftermarket team, value‑added kit team, and procurement group to align on vendor base, pricing, and lead times.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations that meet agreed turnaround times and quality requirements for aftermarket and VAK needs.
• Drive reductions in supplier lead times and overall costs to increase marketability, improve margins, and reduce landed costs.
• Manage the MRP demand system by reviewing requirements, placing purchase orders, and expediting materials to meet customer demand.
• Implement and manage stocking programs that align with overall demand plans and aftermarket strategies.
• Provide market insights and analysis on pricing trends, including Consumer Price Index (CPI) and other cost drivers, to support decision‑making.
• Lead the qualification process for new suppliers, including evaluation, onboarding, and ongoing performance review.
• Participate in supplier negotiations focused on total cost of ownership, legal requirements, and contract terms and conditions.
• Coordinate with international counterparts to identify and develop low‑cost country sourcing strategies.
• Assist with preparing and supporting quotations and negotiations related to international and low‑cost country sourcing.
• Drive and support the implementation of process improvements and changes within purchasing and supply chain activities.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing activities support aftermarket growth, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

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