The Senior Buyer leads sourcing and procurement activities for customer-specific programs, new product development efforts, and ongoing production needs. The role focuses on cost optimization, supply continuity, and supplier performance, while working closely with cross-functional partners throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing activities, including supplier identification, qualification, and development
• Support new product development activities by coordinating supplier selection, material readiness, and transition from prototype to production
• Source and manage direct materials such as electronics, machined components, and cable assemblies
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Operations to align sourcing strategies with design, manufacturability, and delivery requirements
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms to achieve total cost of ownership targets
• Monitor and manage supplier performance related to cost, quality, and delivery
• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation actions to protect project schedules
• Execute operational purchasing activities and maintain accurate data within ERP systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across cost, delivery, and supplier capability

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• APICS CSCP preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain

Skills

• Experience with direct material sourcing
• ERP experience required (SAP preferred)
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, collaborative, and customer-focused
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical teams
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments

Regulatory & Work Requirements

• Role involves access to ITAR-controlled information; U.S. person status required

Key Performance Indicators

• Delivery performance
• Supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery)
• Inventory turnover