Strategic Purchaser

Seco Tools • Reynoldsville, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a growing precision manufacturing team producing high‑quality round cutting tools for customers across various industries. We’re committed to quality, innovation, and providing a clean, well‑organized workplace where skilled team members can thrive. We are currently seeking an experienced Strategic Purchaser to join our team. Position Overview As a Strategic Purchaser, you will lead purchasing activities for assigned material and service categories in line with Seco Procurement Guidelines and KPIs. You will contribute to category strategy development, collaborate closely with Global Category Managers, identify and evaluate new suppliers, and negotiate regional or local agreements that support both divisional and Group strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Strong business acumen with proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Results-driven mindset with agility and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
• Approximately 5 years of relevant experience in purchasing or supply chain roles
• Experience with strategic purchasing, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration

Nice To Haves

• Experience with M3 ERP is preferred but not required
• Exposure to industrial, manufacturing, or engineering-driven environments is beneficial
• Regular interaction with a broad range of internal stakeholders (supply chain, engineering, finance, logistics) and external suppliers

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic direct and indirect purchasing activities with local and/or regional responsibility, ensuring compliance with purchasing policies, processes, and Group standards.
• Participate in or develop category strategies in collaboration with the Global Category Manager (or independently where no GCM is assigned).
• Identify, prepare, and lead purchasing projects for assigned categories in cooperation with internal stakeholders or for local needs.
• Research, evaluate, and nominate new and existing suppliers aligned with Seco’s strategic requirements.
• Ensure supplier compliance with laws, CSR standards, Code of Conduct, and internal policies.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance (quality, cost, delivery) and optimize the supplier base.
• Manage procurement activities using common processes, systems, and tools, following delegation and authority matrices.
• Execute tenders, align specifications with stakeholders, and establish contracts in accordance with Group guidelines.
• Collect and analyze data on existing agreements, pricing, supply chains, volumes, and quality performance.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure the correct application of contractual terms (e.g. SSCoc, Sandvik Purchasing Conditions).
• Resolve supplier-related issues such as invoices, deliveries, and cost deviations.
• Support supply chain, logistics, customers, and finance in supplier contract execution and escalation handling.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the ERP system in compliance with Sandvik processes.
• Participate in preparation and follow-up of supplier audits.
• Collaborate across Seco and Sandvik to drive synergies, cost savings, and negotiation opportunities.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate supplier and product risks within assigned categories.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of purchasing processes and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave – 14 weeks at 90% of wage
• Retirement plan options – 5% employer contribution plus a 3% employer match on 6% employee contribution
• Opportunities for skill development and internal advancement
• Supportive team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed