Strategic Project Buyer
What you'll do:
Project Procurement function plays a strategic role to enable Projects activity to operate successfully.
As part of our continuous improvement journey, this role will focus on enabling successful execution of complex engineering projects by managing project-specific procurement activities across both pre-order and post-order phases. This inclused supplier identification, RFQ preparation, negotiation, onboarding and post-order performance management. The role bridges technical requirements with strategic sourcing, collaborating closely with engineering teams and Commodity Managers to deliver complex project solutions
"A) Develop and implement procurement strategies for project-specific materials, equipment, and services, covering pre-order and post-order phases, and ensuring alignment with engineering requirements and project timelines.
B) Prepare and manage RFQs for complex technical scopes, including integration solutions (e.g., e-house), field services, and specialized equipment.
C) Collaborate closely with Commodity Managers to align project procurement activities with overall category strategies and cost optimization goals.
D) Evaluate and pre-select suppliers based on technical capability, cost competitiveness, quality standards, and compliance with project specifications.
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E) Negotiate commercial and technical terms with suppliers to secure favorable PO-specific agreements and mitigate risks.
F) Coordinate with engineering and project teams to ensure technical compliance and timely delivery of goods and services.
G) Manage supplier onboarding and qualification for project-specific vendors, including field service providers and integration partners.
H) Monitor supplier performance during project execution, addressing issues related to delivery, quality, and contractual obligations.
I) Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and standardization of procurement practices.
J) Ensure compliance with SCM policies and documentation standards, maintaining accurate records in systems and project databases. K) Coordinate with Operational Buyers for transactional execution. L) Leveraging EBS tools, Continuous Improvement techniques, change management methodologies and best practices to identify issues, propose solutions, drive support-corrective actions, and measure results "
Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in procurement for complex engineering projects in hyperscale or industrial environments.
Skills:
Understanding of electrical/mechanical systems and integration requirements. Experience in program management, deploying and coordinating the standard utilization of various tools and processes.
"Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and ability to work cross-functionally in a matrix organization.
A successful candidate for this position should have a track record of leading and/or participating in successful, complex change management efforts, preferably cross-functional, cross-businesses and/or -regions."
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)