The Buyer / Supply Chain Specialist independently executes sourcing and/or procurement activities for assigned categories and suppliers. This role manages supplier relationships, ensures compliance with contracts and procurement policies, collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, and delivers cost savings while ensuring continuity of supply.  The position also supports commercial and compliance requirements, including maintaining Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Supplier Agreements.

In addition, the role is a key supply chain contributor to material planning activities by analyzing inventory data, monitoring supply risks, and working with planning and operational teams to address potential availability constraints. Through proactive communication and coordination, the role helps ensure production plans can be adjusted with minimal customer impact.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

1) Sourcing & Procurement Execution

• Create, review, and manage purchase orders and requisitions in ERP/MRP systems in accordance with established procedures and approval workflows
• Oversee tracking of order confirmations, shipments, and delivery dates; proactively follow up on exceptions and risks
• Execute RFQs/RFPs for assigned categories and analyze supplier responses
• Lead low‑to‑moderate complexity commercial and price negotiations
• Identify and secure cost‑saving opportunities through sourcing, negotiation, and supplier collaboration
• Ensure purchasing and sourcing activities comply with approved contracts, policies, and procedures
• Support contract review processes and ensure adherence to agreed commercial terms

2) Supplier Relationship Management

• Manage performance of small‑to‑medium suppliers, including delivery, quality, and service
• Track supplier KPIs (OTIF, quality, responsiveness) and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support supplier risk mitigation activities and escalation of supply issues
• Participate in routine supplier business reviews and ongoing relationship management

3) Material Planning & Supply Risk Support

• Analyze inventory, demand, and supply data to support material planning decisions
• Monitor and communicate potential risks related to material availability, lead times, and capacity constraints
• Collaborate with material planning, production, and operations teams to address supply issues
• Support proactive adjustments to production plans to minimize disruption and customer impact

4) Stakeholder Engagement & Project Support

• Engage internal stakeholders to understand requirements, priorities, and timelines
• Manage and balance competing stakeholder needs within assigned scope
• Support sourcing, supply chain, and continuous improvement projects
• Educate stakeholders on procurement processes, sourcing timelines, and constraints

5) Commercial Administration, Data & Reporting

• Support the maintenance and tracking of NDAs, Supplier Agreements, and related documentation
• Prepare and maintain mandatory procurement and supply reports (e.g., PPV, country of origin)
• Perform spend analysis and support cost modeling and market benchmarking
• Ensure accuracy of procurement, supplier, and inventory data in ERP/MRP systems
• Support custom programs for assigned categories in coordination with other supply chain and quality team members, as applicable