Senior Buyer- Strategic Sourcing & Indirect

The Senior Buyer role involves leading and executing procurement strategies focusing on strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. You will collaborate with various teams, including Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Legal, to select suppliers meeting quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Additionally, you will identify opportunities to enhance supply security, working capital, and total cost of ownership for parts procured externally and for global sites sourcing from the plant. You will take charge of strategic category management for both direct and indirect spend in India, ensuring the achievement of KPIs related to Cost, Quality, Service, and Supplier Management. Developing and executing global category strategies, along with standard procurement policies and procedures within assigned categories, will also be part of your responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: - Develop procurement strategies to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhance supplier performance - Cultivate strong supplier relationships for quality and timely delivery of goods and services - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set requirements, specifications, and selection criteria - Lead supplier performance management, including reviews and development programs - Implement procurement policies to ensure compliance with regulations and standards - Conduct market research, evaluate supplier capabilities, and negotiate contracts and pricing - Manage procurement projects from start to finish, including supplier selection and onboarding - Drive annual cost improvement projects with a focus on total cost of ownership - Ensure compliance with global and local contracts and Hyperion Supplier Code of Conduct - Issue purchase orders and manage open orders as needed - Coordinate with planning & production to mitigate supply disruptions Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or related field - Proficiency in English - 5+ years of strategic sourcing and procurement experience with a track record of cost savings and supplier performance improvement Technical Skills/Requirements: - Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred - Strong negotiation skills and ability to analyze complex data for strategic decisions - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders - Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced setting - Familiarity with global suppliers and international supply chain management - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, procurement software systems, ERP, and MRP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Infor M3 Note: Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.,