Sr. Buyer (Automation)

Exol

58d•$87,000 - $119,900•Remote

About The Position

Symbotic is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Buyer (Automation) to join our Supply Chain team. The ideal candidate will possess strong tactical skills, analytical abilities and collaborative strengths suited for a dynamic, high-growth environment. Proven expertise in sourcing best practices, a proactive approach, and a track record of optimizing supply bases are essential. Knowledge of electrical components, automation controls, robotics, warehousing, and Material Handling Systems is highly desirable. The candidate should be well-organized, capable of working independently, and effective in cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or Procurement, with detailed experience using ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred).
Strong proficiency in ERP (SAP) for PR/PO generation, procurement modules, and planning tools.
Knowledge of conveyor technologies (belt, roller, hybrid systems) and system-level integration considerations.
Understanding of lift systems, electrical panels, and robotic automation solutions within engineered systems.
Experience with order management, procurement timelines, and managing engineering changes.
Excellent supplier management, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and develop processes or workflows where not defined.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred; additional experience with PLM (Siemens Teamcenter), Microsoft SharePoint, Smartsheet, and Visio is a plus.
Experience with commodities such as Construction Management, Automation Installation, Conveyors, Lifts, Robotics, Automation Controls, or Material Handling Systems, including familiarity with related supply bases, is preferred.
Knowledge of electrical components, automation controls, robotics, warehousing, and Material Handling Systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement process for electronic components and automation controls, ensuring engineering and quality standards are met.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Planning, and others to understand project requirements and generate Purchase Orders (PO) efficiently within SAP, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains and negotiate favorable terms.
Negotiate and implement supplier changes that minimize cost, schedule, and operational disruption while protecting program requirements.
Review and analyze data to determine cost saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, market analysis, right scope with right supplier; with focus on cost initiatives with suppliers.
Deliver real-time material status visibility, escalate risks, and drive rapid issue resolution across internal and external stakeholders.
Analyze and solve purchasing problems with other departments (Accounting, Receiving, Production Planning, Product Development, etc.) such as conformance to quality or design requirements, material scheduling, receiving, and price disputes.
Liaison between engineering, delivery management, and suppliers to facilitate issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
Identifies areas of risk for the business (i.e. delivery, quality, cost, performance, etc.) and makes recommendations for mitigating risk.