Sr Buyer

Robertshaw•Itasca, IL

About The Position

Robertshaw is a private equity-owned global design, engineering, and manufacturing company selling product solutions to the appliance, automotive, and HVAC industries. We are an industry leader in advanced flow control components and systems for water, gas, and other fluids to help build extraordinary products that improve safety, comfot, health, and happiness. When you join Robertshaw, you are joining a company with over 125 years of experience and a global team with a focus on innovation. The Sr. Buyer ensures timely and cost-effective materials, components, and services required by the site by managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with quality, delivery, and corporate policies.

Requirements

+ 5 years of experience in purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
Proven experience negotiating with local and international suppliers.
Experience with direct and indirect procurement.
Purchasing and supply chain processes.
Cost analysis and pricing structures.
Plex system.
Incoterms, contracts, and commercial terms.
Purchasing KPIs and supplier performance metrics.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Strategic and analytical thinking.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
Leadership and influence without direct authority.
Advanced English (required).
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end purchasing activities for the site (indirect materials, and services).
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, contracts, and long-term agreements.
Ensure on-time delivery and continuity of supply to support production requirements.
Identify and execute cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives.
Evaluate and monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, and service).
Lead RFQ/RFP processes and perform supplier benchmarking and cost analysis.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Operations.
Resolve supplier-related issues including delivery delays, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and SOX controls (if applicable).
Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans.
Support new product launches, engineering changes, and supplier transitions.
Provide guidance and support to junior buyers or site buyers.