Sr. Buyer

Esri • Redlands, CA

6d • $70,720 - $108,680 • Onsite

About The Position

At Esri, our procurement team plays a vital role in enabling innovation that helps organizations around the world make better decisions using geographic information. We’re seeking a Senior Buyer who brings strong analytical skills, negotiation expertise, and a collaborative approach to purchasing indirect goods and services that keep our business moving forward.
In this role, you’ll work closely with internal partners and external suppliers to deliver value through strategic sourcing, thoughtful supplier management, and a focus on quality, cost, and service.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams during sourcing initiatives
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proven negotiation skills and experience solving complex business problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, purchasing, supply chain management, or related field

Nice To Haves

• Experience using SAP or other enterprise procurement systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel

Responsibilities

• Drive smarter buying decisions by performing total price and cost analyses on vendor quotes and proposals, turning data into clear recommendations
• Lead sourcing initiatives across suppliers and categories, supporting product standardization and end-to-end PR/PO processes
• Own vendor relationships, negotiating pricing and terms that deliver maximum value while maintaining strong, long-term partnerships
• Ensure business continuity by balancing quality, cost, and delivery to keep internal customers supported without disruption
• Collaborate cross-functionally, working closely with internal stakeholders to understand needs, align priorities, and deliver solutions
• Manage multiple initiatives at once, bringing structure, organization, and follow-through to every project

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families)
• 401(k) and profit-sharing programs
• minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave
• twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• opportunities for personal and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees