Senior Indirect BuyerPure Power Technologies Inc • Blythewood, SC, US
Senior Indirect Buyer
Pure Power Technologies Inc • Blythewood, SC, US
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[job_card.job_description]Identify, qualify, and develop new suppliers to support business needs and reduce risk. Lead supplier evaluations, scorecards, and performance reviews to ensure adherence to expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance cost savings, on-time delivery, and service quality. Resolve supplier issues related to delivery, pricing, invoicing, or service quality. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, IT, and Finance to understand and support operational needs for plants in Blythewood, SC and Jacksonville, NC. Assist leadership in developing and implementing purchasing policies, procedures, and cost-control programs. Drive year-over-year cost savings, inventory optimization, and spend reduction across indirect categories. Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and alternative supplier options to maintain competitiveness. Prepare reports on cost performance, supplier spend, and procurement KPIs. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience managing indirect materials, services, and capital purchases. Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier development skills. Working knowledge of ERP / MRP systems (SAP and / or JDE Preferred). Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing setting.
Job Description
Job Description
The Indirect Buyer / Sr. Buyer is responsible for sourcing indirect materials, services, and capital equipment required to support automotive manufacturing operations.
This role ensures cost-effective purchasing, supplier performance, and compliance with company standards, while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in a manufacturing environment, supplier negotiations, contract management, and a can-do attitude.
Key Responsibilities :
Purchasing & Sourcing
- Lead procurement of indirect materials, including MRO, facility supplies, tooling, consumables, IT equipment, corporate services, and / or capital equipment.
- Solicit bids, issue RFQs / RFPs, analyze proposals, and negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and spend data for all indirect categories.
- Manage vendor contracts to ensure compliance with cost, delivery, quality, and safety requirements.
- Develop sourcing strategies to reduce cost, improve supplier quality, and support operational efficiency.
Supplier Management & Performance
Collaboration
Cost Control & Analysis
Qualifications
Stanadyne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, gender, color, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other protected class.
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