Senior Buyer - Raw Materials

Job Summary:

raw materials including steel, aluminum, copper, plastic sand sheet metal components essential to our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers for raw materials and sheet metal components.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to ensure optimal value and service.
• Monitor global and domestic commodity trends (e.g., steel, aluminum) to forecast costs and mitigate price risks.
• Develop and nurture long-term relationships with key suppliers; conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Resolve supply issues such as delivery delays, quality deviations, or cost discrepancies promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, planning, and engineering teams to anticipate and fulfill material requirements.
• Ensure consistent and timely supply of materials to support uninterrupted production schedules.
• Manage inventory levels to support lean manufacturing principles; reduce excess stock and improve turnover rates.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, including contracts, pricing, and delivery documentation.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and continuous improvement initiatives in the supply chain.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 79 years of progressive experience in industrial purchasing, particularly in raw materials and sheet metal procurement.
• In-depth knowledge of material grades, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and value engineering.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory principles, and supply chain optimization.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, or similar) preferred.

Interested and relevant candidates

Our team will contact you if your profile matches.