Sr. Buyer

Crayola Corporate•Forks Township, PA

About The Position

Crayola is seeking a Sr. Buyer in Easton, Pennsylvania, to develop, negotiate, and lead sourcing strategies that improve consumer satisfaction, compliance and supplier diversity, and cost outcomes in the procurement of direct and indirect goods and services. The role identifies sourcing opportunities and innovation by leveraging supplier ideas and product capabilities for global product management assessment. The Sr. Buyer manages procurement within assigned categories, including sourcing and supplier selection, commercial negotiations, contracts, supplier performance, cost analysis, product launches, and collaboration with internal business partners. The position also has overall responsibility for Crayola indirect spend, supports natural gas and electricity hedging reviews and authorizations, participates in Hallmark sustainability strategy work, and leads Crayola sustainability projects. The role requires 10–15% travel.

Requirements

At least six years of experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, or supply chain; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in business management (Logistics/Supply Chain/Sourcing), Engineering, or Project Management and at least four years of experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, or supply chain.
Strong analytical, project management, and negotiation skills to work with suppliers and internal management.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
PC skills, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel 10–15%.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently sitting, talking, and hearing; occasionally walking, using hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reaching with hands and arms, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish, Chinese, or Vietnamese.
Experience in low-cost global sourcing and procurement.
Knowledge of engineering.
Knowledge of ERP systems.
ISM certification.

Responsibilities

Determine sourcing, selection, and procurement of products and services within assigned procurement responsibilities.
Negotiate financial and contractual agreements; develop commercial terms, conditions, contracts, and purchase agreements in coordination with assigned legal counsel.
Identify and implement alternative sourcing options that can improve quality and reduce costs, provide alternate vendors for surge demand, and work with end users to resolve critical sourcing issues.
Lead supplier and team negotiations on timelines, samples, regulatory, safety, quality, and specifications for product launches.
Develop and maintain supplier relationships to meet performance and service-level expectations, promote continuous improvement, and encourage innovation.
Evaluate supplier performance, including on-time shipment, quality and safety programs, technology development, and cost; recommend corrective action when necessary.
Analyze economic market trends and business practice changes affecting product quality, pricing, and availability, and recommend alternatives.
Collaborate with business partners on new product introductions and line extensions, managing standard cost, gross profit, quality and safety requirements, and on-time delivery.
Establish standard costs and analyze and resolve purchase price variances against corporate financial standards.
Partner with Hallmark Global Procurement to pursue cost and supplier relationship opportunities for common supply needs.
Maintain and ensure compliance with purchasing policies and practices.
Participate in and adhere to Hallmark’s Supplier Diversity Program.
Review and manage commercial contracts using in-depth business knowledge, and act as a liaison among Legal, Information Security, and business units.
Collect and provide sustainability data and reports to key customers in support of customer-driven sustainability surveys and goals.
Support natural gas and electricity hedging reviews and authorizations.
Manage Crayola’s indirect spend.
Serve on the Hallmark Sustainability Strategy Team and lead Crayola sustainable projects.

Benefits

Free admission to Crayola Experience for employees.
Community volunteerism opportunities.
Annual bonus potential for all full-time employees.
Company-matched 401(k) and Employee Value Sharing Plan.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits for eligible employees.
Education assistance program.
Wellness programs.
Employee resource groups.
Product discounts onsite and online.
Company-sponsored employee events.
Discounts on a wide variety of products and services, including automotive, electronics, fitness, travel, and entertainment.
Annual incentive plan eligibility, subject to plan guidelines.