Strategic Buyer

Rolls-Royce•Indianapolis, IN

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Strategic Buyer for Rolls-Royce, you’ll play an integral role in developing the Defense purchasing strategy across various commodities and executing that strategy through effective sourcing and negotiation with suppliers. This is an exciting opportunity, as you’ll interface with a range of senior internal stakeholders and drive success to improve cost, quality, delivery and performance.

Requirements

Associate degree with 4+ years of experience in purchasing, OR Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience in purchasing, OR Masters degree, OR JD/PhD, OR In lieu of a degree, 6+ years of experience in purchasing
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Commercial negotiation experience
Previous operational, procurement and/or logistics experience

Responsibilities

Being at the forefront of commercial negotiations to achieve the best overall value for Rolls-Royce
Taking a significant role in crafting Defense commodity strategies
Building relationships with suppliers
Identifying and developing new suppliers to create joint, long-term visions for partnership with Defense programs
Creating and/or deploying cost models for designated commodities alongside representing the Defense SCU to internal program and purchasing stakeholders
Working with the respective supplier management teams to manage major contractual issues and ensure efficient and effective resolution