Senior Buyer

Aspen Surgical•Queens, NY

About The Position

The Senior Buyer manages procurement and supplier relationships for two sites and supports the Director of Strategic Sourcing in integrating legacy procurement processes into Aspen Surgical systems and its operating model. The role focuses on improving procurement discipline, enabling forecast-driven purchasing, and moving from reactive buying to a strategic, data-driven approach. It supports cost optimization, supplier performance management, and process standardization aligned with strategic sourcing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four to six years of purchasing experience, including at least two to three years of contracting and supplier negotiation experience.
Proven experience leading supplier negotiations and managing supplier performance across multiple categories.
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and guide or mentor less experienced buyers.
ERP software experience, with in-depth knowledge of MRP.
Working knowledge of total cost analysis concepts and their application to sourcing decisions.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Excellent understanding of statistical concepts used to formulate safety stock quantities to meet customer service levels.
Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supply chain results.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience with ERP forecasting software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing and maintaining a Lean Material Flow manufacturing environment.
M&A integration experience.
Certification from APICS or ISM.

Responsibilities

Apply multi-category understanding of technical products, sourcing processes, cost drivers, industry dynamics, and market trends.
Drive process standardization and coordinate with cross-functional partners on supplier selection, contract negotiations, supplier performance, and relationship management.
Analyze data and use financial skills to identify opportunities to leverage scale and drive cost savings.
Execute purchase orders aligned with demand forecasts and planning parameters to minimize expediting and reactive purchasing.
Establish and maintain accurate master data, including lead times, minimum order quantities, pricing, and supplier details.
Transition manual and decentralized purchasing processes into standardized, system-driven workflows.
Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, cost savings, and contract alignment.
Develop appropriate inventory turns to meet organizational goals.
Support contracting with regional direct and indirect suppliers.
Manage the Approved Supplier List and improve procurement visibility, reporting, and supplier performance tracking.
Follow environmental and safety regulations and comply with applicable US laws.
Comply with safety and corporate business ethics guidelines.