Category Buyer

AGCO • Batavia, IL

2d • $68,000 - $97,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Category Buyer is Responsible for executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier performance, and driving cost-effective, reliable supply across assigned categories. Supports negotiations, data analysis, and system management to ensure efficient operations, supply continuity, and alignment with cross-functional stakeholders in NA Aftersales.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with Desirable business experience of 3-5years in a Procurement and/or Procurement -related role; preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft office
• Experience in usage of SAP-ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing initiatives across Plastic, Rubber, and Metal Fabrication Categories in accordance with established category strategies.
• Support RFQs, supplier selection, and sourcing decisions for new and existing parts.
• Maintain sourcing rules in SAP to ensure proper allocation and flow of materials across distribution centers.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with assigned suppliers to ensure performance in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Identify and develop new suppliers to enhance supply continuity and competitiveness.
• Support supplier onboarding, data setup, and ongoing master data accuracy (i.e., cost, lead times, order quantities, country of origin).
• Lead and support supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing and lowest total cost of ownership.
• Address invoice discrepancies, price variances, and ensure resolution with suppliers.
• Contribute cost savings initiatives and track performance against targets.
• Collect and analyze sourcing and cost data to support fact-based decision-making.
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and cost drivers impacting assigned commodities.
• Maintain procurement system accuracy including supplier data, pricing, and sourcing parameters.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), supersession, and lifecycle management activities.
• Ensure smooth ordering, receiving, and supply flow to North America distribution centers.
• Track supplier KPIs (cost, delivery, quality) and address performance gaps.
• Generate and implement cost-saving ideas, resourcing opportunities, and process improvements.
• Support supplier base optimization and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, and Aftersales teams to ensure alignment on sourcing priorities.
• Coordinate supplier communications and prepare supporting materials for supplier discussions.
• Support escalation management related to supply disruptions, pricing, or quality issues.

Benefits

• Health care and wellness plans
• Dental and vision plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Reimbursement for continuing education
• Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level