Indirect Buyer

MUST HAVE MANUFACTURING PROCUREMENT EXPERIENCE

The Indirect Buyer is responsible for leading and managing Indirect Purchasing activities by researching, evaluating, negotiating, and analyzing as it related to the procurement of goods and services for the various group companies with the client. Processes requisitions and purchase orders with attention to policy compliance, detail and time management. Manages expenditure and capital purchase orders for MRO goods and services.

Communicates with vendors and facilities leadership and provides documentation as needed.

Place and manage purchase orders for the client within their designated ERP, including blanket purchase orders for indirect non-stock materials.

Process purchase orders for assigned Group Companies, with a basic understanding of processes, end users, approvers, and business requirements. Execute end-to-end purchasing processes from requisition through purchase order issuance, goods receipt, and vendor payment with regular support from leadership. Proven ability to negotiate purchase terms and conditions with supervision to achieve favorable outcomes.

Manage goods receipt schedules via order confirmation sheets; supervise goods receipt entries by end-users, close out purchase orders upon completion, and resolve discrepancies (price, quantities, wrong items, etc.) through supplier coordination. Expedite priority order requests and maintain established service level targets, including upkeep of expedite reports with no items pending beyond two weeks.

Interface with cross-functional teams and personnel at all organizational levels, communicating policies, business needs, and procurement guidance to requisitioners and end users. Identify inefficiencies in processes and add value.

Initiate reports, charts, and memorandums as required, including procurement analytics and company-specific reports for management review.

Interface with Strategic Sourcing Buyers to support cost-saving and value-add initiatives for supported business units.

Provide guidance to requisitioners on procurement best practices and policy adherence (introducing a team development responsibility).

• 3 years procurement
• 3 years manufacturing
• 3 years Indirect Buying experience
• Experience with suppliers/vendors
• 1 year SAP Ariba
• Experience with cost savings / improvement

• Experience in purchasing tools, commodities, and materials