Strategic Sourcing Buyer I/II

Legend Brands • Burlington, WA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying. This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management. To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years related work experience (Buyer I).
• Minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience (Buyer II).
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems – D365 preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing environment utilizing 5S, Kaizen or Kanban system.
• Skill in decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one.
• Applies Total Cost of Ownership techniques to accomplish objectives.
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance cost, quality and risk.
• Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and software, specifically MS Excel.
• Ability to work with Engineering Departments to support product design or changes while ensuring procurement processes are appropriately maintained.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's.

Nice To Haves

• Competent demonstration of leading sourcing events, TCO/should-cost analyses, negotiating pricing/terms/agreements, identifying/onboarding suppliers, and resolving/escalating issues within 6 months of hire (Buyer I).
• Working knowledge and competent demonstration of leading supplier negotiations/contract management, influencing stakeholders, and high autonomy with strategic input into sourcing roadmap (Buyer II).

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Design and implement scalable sourcing plans.
• Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements.
• Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch.
• Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction.
• Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing.
• Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements.
• Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production.
• Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results.
• Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance.
• Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status.
• Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Lead sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/RFP) for defined categories (Buyer I).
• Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) and should-cost analyses (Buyer I).
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements (Buyer I).
• Identify and onboard new suppliers (Buyer I).
• Moderate autonomy; resolving and escalating complex issues to senior staff (Buyer I).
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management (Buyer II).
• Influence stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier selection (Buyer II).
• High autonomy with strategic input into sourcing roadmap (Buyer II).
• Broader range of duties, proven skillset to fully perform Strategic Sourcing Buyer responsibilities, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, and provide technical direction to less experienced staff (Buyer II).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!

What This Job Offers

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