Senior Buyer

Overview

Strategic senior buyer managing procurement, supplier relations, and cost-saving initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic sourcing
• purchase planning
• cost analysis
• vendor negotiation
• quote development
• supply management

Tasks

-Drives the most sophisticated buying strategies to purchase and arrange timely deliveries of supplies and materials and resolves the most complex delivery, quality, or other related problems with purchases and invoices. -Crafts project plans and purchasing systems and analyzes requisitions and supply plans for domestic and international purchases. -Leads value analysis to identify cost improvements and develops cost-saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing, and vendor evaluation criteria. -Leads negotiations of prices, terms, and quality requirements! Develop quote requests and evaluate market conditions.

Requirements

• purchasing
• 5+ years
• leadership
• microsoft office
• 10% travel
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Minimum 5 years of successful experience in purchasing! -Demonstrates strong leadership through mentoring and coaching team members, while working independently or collaboratively in a structured, disciplined manner. -Communicates optimally across diverse environments, is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and is comfortable working internationally with up to 10% travel. -Applies sophisticated knowledge and original thinking to tackle complex problems, preempt potential issues, and contribute to key business decisions across a broad range of topics. -Optimally serves as a point of authority and/or source of technical/scientific knowledge for area of expertise. -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field. -Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers. -Demonstrates extensive knowledge in the field of specialization or multiple subject areas to the successful completion of sophisticated assignments.

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Benefits

-Family building benefits -Paid Time Off and paid holidays -401K savings plan with company match -Parental leave -Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture -Company paid Health and wellness benefits

About Siemens Energy

-Offers cutting-edge solutions across the energy value chain. -Evolved into a global leader in energy innovation from pioneering technologies. -Plays a crucial role in accelerating the world's transition to a low-carbon future, focusing on sustainable energy production. -Broad portfolio includes gas turbines, power plants, renewable energy systems like wind and solar, supporting the shift to cleaner power. -Known for highly specialized solutions, from energy storage to grid optimization, helping utilities and industries thrive sustainably. -Major projects include large-scale renewable energy plants, carbon capture initiatives, and smart grid solutions that help stabilize the power supply. -Behind some of the world's most innovative and efficient energy technologies, driving change on both small and large scales. -Distinct for its ability to combine legacy power systems with the latest advancements in renewable energy, shaping the future of power.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-must be legally authorized to work in the u.s.; employer will not sponsor visas. -current siemens employees with existing visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.