Senior Buyer

Responsibilities

• Build and execute sourcing strategies that deliver measurable cost savings, elevate supplier performance, and sustain reliable inventory levels.
• Prepare RFPs, contracts, bid packages, and competitive analyses; identify new suppliers that meet exacting standards for cost, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and steward long‑term vendor partnerships that support resilient supply chains and negotiated advantages.
• Research and forecast market shifts, pricing trends, and emerging product opportunities to inform strategic buying decisions.
• Drive improvements in supplier on‑time delivery, quality assurance, lead time reduction, and end‑to‑end procurement processes.
• Assess financial risk and operational impact of purchasing decisions with precision and clear rationale.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels aligned with production schedules and demand planning rhythms.
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events to identify new technologies and strategic opportunities.
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, and Production to ensure procurement strategy aligns with broader business needs.
• Provide scheduling, guidance, and workflow oversight for procurement staff as needed.
• Perform other procurement or supply chain responsibilities that support business continuity and strategic growth.

• Operate with discipline, clarity, and a bias for precision.
• See procurement not as purchasing, but as a strategic lever for operational excellence.
• Build trust through consistency, data, and transparent decision‑making.
• Navigate complexity with calm, structured reasoning.
• Hold yourself and partners to uncompromising standards of quality and delivery.

• Prefer reactive purchasing over proactive strategy.
• Avoid difficult negotiations or uncomfortable conversations with suppliers.
• Rely on assumptions rather than analysis.
• Resist documentation, process rigor, or cross‑functional alignment.

• Advanced understanding of procurement strategy, supplier management, and supply chain operations.
• Demonstrated success negotiating contracts, developing vendors, and reducing costs without compromising quality.
• Strong analytical ability to forecast trends, assess risk, and guide decision‑making.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, procurement tools, and advanced Excel/PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational discipline, communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑moving, cross‑functional environments.
• Willingness to travel for supplier visits, business reviews, and industry events.

• Relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management at a high‑performance organization.

• Experience managing or mentoring junior procurement or supply chain staff.
• Background in manufacturing, CPG, or similarly complex operational environments.

• A culture built on exacting standards, radical transparency, and elite execution.
• The opportunity to shape a procurement function that is foundational to the company’s long‑term success.
• A team that values precision, accountability, and the kind of judgment that compounds over time.

We anchor compensation to market data, role scope, and demonstrated mastery. Total rewards align with our commitment to transparency, internal equity, and attracting top‑tier talent.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, foster inclusion, and make all employment decisions based on merit, capability, and alignment with our standards.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of hire. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Project Management

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing