Strategic Buyer

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors:
Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science & Fluid Control and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Our Palmer location is a $50 million business focused on the manufacturing and development of cutting-edge products that serve a range of customers in the medical device and analytical instrumentation markets. Our products include electron multipliers, filaments, syringes, pumps, and valves.

This role is based on-site at our Palmer, MA location.

Reporting to the Global Procurement Director of our Life Science sector, you will oversee the implementation and execution of the purchasing strategy to deliver parts that meet pre-defined quality, cost and lead time criteria. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities and a thorough understanding of international markets and supply chain dynamics.

• Purchasing strategy
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  Analyze and understand internal needs, conduct market research and deeply know the company and Group constraints and targets, and the supplier base. Define and deploy the purchasing strategy for the commodities for which he will be responsible.
• Supplier Management
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  Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. Address and resolve any issues or disputes with suppliers in a timely manner.
• Negotiation
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  Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, payment terms, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams: Work closely internal and external stakeholders to understand company requirements and timelines. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between operations and procurement strategies.
• Risk Management
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  Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply.
• Quality Assurance
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  Work closely with quality control and other departments to ensure that purchased goods and services meet established quality standards.
• Market Research
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  Stay informed about market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry best practices to continually improve procurement processes.
• Reporting
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  Maintain detailed records of project procurement activities and provide regular reports to senior management. Achieve the cost reduction and OTD objectives set.

• Master’s degree in business supply chain management or engineering. Professional certifications (e.g., CSCP, CIPS) is a plus.
• Proven experience in global procurement and strategic sourcing, preferably in a project-based environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software. Experience with IQMS is a plus.
• Knowledge of international trade regulations and customs procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multicultural environment.

$95,000 - $115,000 annually.

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

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