Total 128 Senior Executive buyer job vacancies in The United States of America

Your new company
A major engineering and defence business in Barrow-In-Furness with an excellent global reputation are looking to welcome a number of experienced Procurement and Supply Chain professionals into their growing team. Due to a secure and growing pipeline of work, this business is recruiting for multiple commercially-minded procurement and supply chain professionals to join the company on a permanent basis. They have won multiple awards and are one of the undisputed leaders within their industry.

Your new role
The Senior Buyer will have accountability for managing key contracts with suppliers, sending invitations to tender (ITT), collating responses and working closely with the commercial team to establish water-tight terms and conditions with suppliers. You will be aware of the key commercials and have an understanding of the clauses within supplier contracts. As Senior Buyer, you will have line management responsibility for more junior members within the team, so you will act as a point of escalation for any potential issues that may arise. You will take a strategic view to procurement and supply chain activity and will report to more senior members of the procurement team. The Senior Buyer will liaise with multiple stakeholders, including internal teams and external suppliers to ensure a seamless procurement process within the direct procurement function.

What you'll need to succeed

• A proven background in direct procurement from within a manufacturing, engineering or highly regulated and fast-paced procurement environment
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Strong supplier relationship management skills
• Experienced at managing a team and providing coaching & mentorship to more junior colleagues
• Good IT skills, including MS Office and ERP systems like SAP or similar
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight where required
• Experience of managing contracts and delivering at pace
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What you'll get in return

• A competitive starting salary between £40,700-45,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working policies
• CIPS studies funded
• Competitive pension contributions
• Excellent career prospects and professional development opportunities
• Company share incentive scheme
• Relocation support is also available to those wanting to relocate to nearer the area

What you need to do now
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Senior Buyer - Manufacturing Supply Chain

A fantastic opportunity is now available for a Senior Buyer to join a leading R&D organisation, specialising in the development of optical elements, used in aerospace and defence applications.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Main duties include:

• Purchasing of direct materials in line with operational requirements.
• Actioning the requirements of MRP.
• Re-phasing deliveries and expediting where necessary.
• Maintaining part and procurement parameters in MRP/ERP, i.e. supplier lead times, strategic safety stocks, yields.
• Ensure all purchase orders and amendments are always up to date in the supply chain system.
• Running tender processes for new requirements, negotiating pricing and terms to ensure the best position for the organisation.
• Develop and maintain proactive supplier relationships
• Inventory management.
• Supplier Quality

Skills & Experience:

• CIPS or working experience to match in a procurement role, from any similar industries or FMCG, ideally 3 years +
• Knowledge and experience of running MRP systems
• Experience in implementing Pull Control or Vendor Managed Inventory processes with suppliers
• Fantastic relationship building skills and the ability to work in a complex and fast faced environment
• The industry is complex with minimal lead times in some areas, so a proactive problem-solving nature is essential.

As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension pays 6%
• Company bonus scheme
• Health Plan
• Friend referral scheme/bonus
• Relocation Assistance Available

Interested, please apply immediately or contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Your new company
A leading engineering manufacturing company based in Trafford Park is seeking a dynamic and energetic Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager to lead their function. This business has earned a great name for themselves and is a market leader within their industry.

Your new role
The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for all sourcing activity on behalf of the organisation, and will primarily be focused around purchasing raw materials, though there will still be an element of indirect procurement. Leading a team of 2 Buyers, the Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager will be responsible for the team performance and savings targets.

The Purchasing Manager will work with stakeholders across the business to establish procurement needs, and you will be able to read technical engineering drawings.

In this role, you will strive to deliver tangible cost savings and drive efficiencies for the company, thus improving bottom line profits. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven procurement and purchasing professional to join a globally recognised company and make the necessary changes to optimise performance levels and cost savings. This will involve reviewing current spend levels and supplier base and analysing the market to identify commercial opportunities to ensure that all suppliers are fit for purpose and delivering the best value. You will also review and manage the performance of contracts.

Please note that this role is based in the office 5 days per week and does not offer hybrid working.

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Prior procurement experience from within an engineering manufacturing environment
• Ability to read technical engineering drawings (essential)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A confident negotiator
• Good level of IT skills including Microsoft Office

What you'll get in return

• A competitive starting salary of circa £50,000 depending on experience, with the potential for slightly higher for exceptional candidates
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 days Christmas and New Year shutdown period
• Christmas party and summer party
• The opportunity to grow and develop your procurement career within a global business

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a leading facilities management service provider with an annual turnover in excess of £20b. With a global procurement team exceeding 800 heads, you will be joining a global powerhouse with ambitious growth and transformation plans.
Your new role
As a member of the FM procurement team, you will work closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to understand and deliver a variety of Hard FM service solutions. You will manage one direct report with a dotted line of 4 regional buyers. You will work closely with the Head of FM Procurement and Senior Category Manager to develop and implement category strategies to improve the service and cost-effectiveness of the Hard FM category.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have extensive knowledge of the FM category, with an in-depth understanding of Hard FM services. You should have experience working within a large matrix organisation and be able to effectively engage and influence both operational and head office stakeholders. You should have experience of managing and developing teams. You should be able to commit to weekly travel to client sites across Greater London to help understand client needs and deliver solutions.
What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £75,000 alongside a discretionary annual bonus. You will also be able to work in a hybrid pattern with 2 to 3 days a week from home. You will be eligible for private medical insurance alongside other health and wellness benefits.

What you need to do now

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Working Days: 5 Days Work Week
Working Timing: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Office: Tanah Merah
Salary: $ 2400 – $ 3000

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform administrative support for the Department
• Accurate and prompt execution of PO processes and invoice submittals
• Ensure on-time delivery for all order shipments to designated locations
• Handling of procurement related enquiries and feedback from regional offices
• Assist with claims on short-shipped, wrong or defective orders
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors as required
• Track and ensure best rates are applied on all shipments
• Assist the HOD and Manager in any assigned ad-hoc project or work as required

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration
• At least 1 years of relevant working experience in fulfilment and logistics role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and AX system (Training will be provided)

Chin See Min Reg No. : R22107450

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte Ltd EA No. : 14C7279

Senior Buyer

(1 year contract)

About the Company:

Our client is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. They design, build and service manufacturing equipment for the semiconductor and display industries.

About the role:

As a Senior Buyer, you support key business partners and deliver company-wide support for all Sourcing initiatives. Senior buyers are expected to maintain the highest level of innovation, efficiency, partnership, and compliance supporting the companies’ mission to “Make Possible”.

Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) is a Global support organization, procuring the goods, services and contingent workforce required for the client’s organization to run the company and enable our employees to support our customers.

Primary Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be responsible to support the APAC Facilities Category Business Leader for Facilities and Equipment category within Asia Pacific region to:

• Develop, implement, and drive category and vendor strategies using business and market data. Continue to optimize category through spend reduction, driving innovations, value enhancement, and risk mitigation
• Develop project pipeline in working with the stakeholders
• Lead RFx creation/management, supplier communications, market research/analysis, data collection/analysis, and contract management, development, and redlining (pricing, terms and conditions, SOWs, MSAs, etc.).
• Lead opportunity assessments, category strategies, supplier negotiations and supplier performance/relationship management.
• Capture product and service requirements from business owners and stakeholders for RFx activities and supplier business reviews.
• Support the business in spend management projects that accomplish key objectives like savings, process effectiveness, supplier consolidation & management, risk reduction & management, improved visibility, and control of expenditures.
• Facilitate accurate and favourable transactions, supplier relationship management and compliance.
• Coordinates conducts business reviews with strategic suppliers

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree and / or Procurement, Supply Chain, Project Management and /or relevant industry certification(s)
• At least 3 years of related experience in buyer role for either facilities or construction sourcing categories.
• Resourceful with a strong work ethic, committed to complete execution of projects and objectives.
• Familiarity with procurement software (SAP SRM, Workday Sourcing), approval workflows, purchasing policy development and contracts.

Reg No: R22104540

EA License no: 94C3609

The company is a leading American multi-national in the field of industrial automation as well as integrated control solutions. With more than 20,000 employees globally and presence in Singapore for more than 30 years; the company is actively expanding and looking for the following role for:

Senior Buyer (Contract)

Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional project teams

• RFQ, analyze, and select optimal parts and suppliers based on TCO and risk factors

• Set up new parts in SAP for purchasing

• Track and manage supplier performance using SAP and other tools

• Escalate major risks to sourcing management and stakeholders

• Conduct root cause analysis and develop action plans

• Prepare reports for project teams and management

• Identify cost savings and mitigation opportunities

• Understand relevant processes (e.g. CPD)

• Maintain ERP data accuracy in SAP

• Communicate material planning forecasts to suppliers

• Process purchase requisitions and resolve invoice issues

• Perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or related discipline with 3-5 years of relevant experience in procurement/purchasing.

• Must have experience with ERP systems - SAP.

• Demonstrated understanding of MRP, inventory, and production principles.

• High proficiency in Excel, including formulae, pivot tables, and v-lookups.

Interested applicants, kindly send in a copy of your updated resume in WORD document to hr@searchstaffing.com.sg stating your current and expected remuneration together with notice period required to current employer.

You can also contact Vincent Low for a confidential discussion at 6749 4236.

EA Personnel Registration No: R1324700

• Working hours: 9am – 6pm (Monday – Friday)

• Working location at Marymount – walking distance from the MRT

• Variable Bonus + Excellent Welfare & Benefits

• Well Established Trading Company

Job Scope

• Experience in buying multi-products e.g. electronics, confectioneries, sundries in sectors like China, SEA countries & locally Effective negotiator for best price and items.
• Knowledge of shipping documentation and co-ordination with forwarders, shipping companies, locally & overseas.
• Analyze existing inventories, sales history and forecasts to make recommendations on inventory and replenishment planning.
• Achieve profitability targets through stock control, pricing policy and promotional activities.
• Procurement of material and negotiation with suppliers, ensuring price is always competitive and landed cost evaluation is performed.
• To ensure proper purchasing procedures are carried out in accordance to company ISO procedure including implementing controls to reduce risk of unnecessary purchases.

Requirement

• Diploma / Degree in Business Studies or other equivalent
• 3 – 5 years related experience in relevant field
• Specializing in purchasing Foodstuff & General Sundries will be advantageous

Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume:

• Work experiences and job responsibilities
• Current and Expected salary
• Reason for leaving
• Date of availability
• Education background

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

YEOW CHANG FU (R23118759)

EA Recruitment Pte Ltd

EA License No: 21C0492

• Position : Buyer/Procurement Executive
• Location : Tuas South-Company transport provided at Choa Chu Kang/ Jurong East MRT station
• Working hours : Monday -Friday, 9.00am-6.00pm
• Salary (commensurate with experience): Up to $3700+ Site Allowance + 1 month completion bonus + 14 days annual leave + Medical reimbursement + 2 days Family Day
• Duration : 2 year contract - convertible or renewable
• Industry : Power Generation

Main Responsibilities:

• Procure equipment, hardware, materials, spare parts, software, supplies, tools, technical and commercial services, engineering works and so on to facilitate the business operation
• Plant maintenance activities within Tuas Power's group of companies effectively and efficiently to achieve the optimal targets in terms of cost saving from the purchase at the right price, right quality, right quantity and right deliverable timelines

Requirements:

• Preferably Diploma or Degree in Engineering discipline
• Minimum 2 years of proven procurement experience in oil, gas & power energy related business industries

Email to joie@searchpersonnel.com.sg

***We DO NOT charge our candidates any referral fee nor bind them with

any contract.***

Joie Chang

Deputy Consulting Director (APAC)

Reg no.: R2090601 | EA No: 13C6684

Thank you for your interest in this position. Our shortlisting period is 3 working days. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

If you do not receive communication from us within this timeframe, it's likely that your application has not been shortlisted by our client. In such cases, we recommend that you continue your job search to maximize your opportunities. We wish you all the best and should we have any suitable roles that match your experiences/ qualifications/ preferences, we will reach out to you.

Reporting to the Senior Buying Manager, the role is to curate a commercially viable geo-channel assortment for the Brand in conjunction with Omni-merchandising, Global Product Operations, Design and Production teams to meet the competitive and commercial needs of the markets.  The role is to manage and spearhead in-season and future assortment strategy and opportunity with the cross functional teams’ partnership for maximizing sales and margin.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Senior Manager and Brand Management to ensure product strategies are in line with overall business strategy.
• Manage the in-season business through weekly business analysis and recaps.  Make recommendations due to changes in trend and business in order to maximize sales and margin opportunities.
• Take ownership of the roadmap in collaboration with Global Product Operations, Omni-Merchandising and Design teams.  Identify key product opportunities to grow the business through product testing and hindsight.
• Ensure product assortment is commercially viable and aligned with the Brand’s seasonal vision.  Direct and drive seasonal buys and conversations through business and geography expertise.
• Communicate assortment strategy to stakeholders at all points within the season.
• Understand the Brand’s market presence in the markets through store and market visits.  Understand the competition and pricing architecture.
• Conduct competitive analysis and resources to identify gaps within the existing assortment architecture and pricing strategy.
• Take accountability for the corporate product calendar and communicate all changes to the teams.
• Establish alignment within the calendar and product cycle to ensure it remains global in nature, seek for continuous improvements and identify best practices.
• Perform other duties and projects as required from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business or equivalent, with a strong fashion sense and understanding of competitive landscape and trends
• 5-7 year’s solid buying/merchandising experience from fashion/apparel specialty retailers
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Ability to act as a strong liaison and influencer among different stakeholders
• Good command of English and Cantonese
• High degree of proficiency on Google applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on and deadline-oriented work environment
• Passionate, self-motivated with critical attention to details, deadlines and reporting
• Willing to travel

Kaimay is a leading distributor for confectionery and liquor brands. We are committed to delivering high-quality products/services to our customers and maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Senior Buyer to join our procurement team.

Job Summary:

As a Senior Buyer at Kaimay, you will play a crucial role in our procurement process by managing and optimizing the sourcing of goods, and services required for our operations. You will work closely with various departments to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement while adhering to quality and compliance standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITY

• Strategic Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers/vendors to source goods, and services that align with the company's strategic goals.
• Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable agreements while maintaining a balance between cost, quality, and reliability.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve any supplier-related issues promptly.
• Cost Management: Implement cost-saving strategies and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement processes and reduce overall expenditures.
• Market Analysis: Stay updated on market trends, industry developments, and supplier performance to make informed decisions and identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure that procured products meet the required quality and safety standards.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, in all procurement activities.
• Inventory Management: Work closely with inventory management teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and minimize stockouts or excess inventory.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments, including sales, logistics, and finance, to align procurement strategies with company objectives.
• Reporting: Generate reports and provide regular updates on procurement metrics, cost savings, and supplier performance to management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Strong negotiation skills and a track record of achieving cost savings.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, market trends, and supplier evaluation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM).
• Experience in FMCG industry

• Well Established Company
• Basic $3500 - $4000 + Variable Bonus
• Excellent Welfare and Benefits + Career progression
• Working location: Gul Circle
• Working days: Monday to Friday (Normal Working Hours)

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible in purchasing spare parts & consumables requested by Engineers for projects
• Manage store supplies, ensure sufficient stocks for daily work operations
• Responsible for the quality of products supplied to the company
• Negotiate term contracts/ credit terms with suppliers
• Execute orders and monitor delivery status
• Manage and source for vendors with competitive prices
• Upkeep purchased records and provide monthly reports for all orders
• Conduct supplier audit
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Possess minimum Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 1-2 years purchasing experience in Marine Industry

Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume

• Work experiences and job responsibilities
• Current and Expected salary
• Reason for leaving
• Date of availability
• Education background

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

LIONG ZHAO GUAN (R22107632)

EA Recruitment Pte Ltd

EA License No: 21C0492

• Working hours: 9am – 6pm (Monday – Friday)

• Working location at Marymount – walking distance from the MRT

• Variable Bonus + Excellent Welfare & Benefits

• Well Established Trading Company

Job Scope

• Experience in buying multi-products e.g. electronics, confectioneries, sundries in sectors like China, SEA countries & locally Effective negotiator for best price and items.
• Knowledge of shipping documentation and co-ordination with forwarders, shipping companies, locally & overseas.
• Analyze existing inventories, sales history and forecasts to make recommendations on inventory and replenishment planning.
• Achieve profitability targets through stock control, pricing policy and promotional activities.
• Procurement of material and negotiation with suppliers, ensuring price is always competitive and landed cost evaluation is performed.
• To ensure proper purchasing procedures are carried out in accordance to company ISO procedure including implementing controls to reduce risk of unnecessary purchases.

Requirement

• Diploma / Degree in Business Studies or other equivalent
• 3 – 5 years related experience in relevant field
• Specializing in purchasing Foodstuff & General Sundries will be advantageous

Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume:

• Work experiences and job responsibilities
• Current and Expected salary
• Reason for leaving
• Date of availability
• Education background

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

YEOW CHANG FU (R23118759)

EA Recruitment Pte Ltd

EA License No: 21C0492

Responsibilities

• Execute full set of purchasing process (Sourcing, RFQ, negotiation, shipping and follow up on deliveries)
• Review and purchase materials, components and equipment as drive by MRP
• Review and expedite with vendor on shortage materials and vice versa
• Coordinate with supply chain planning and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials/ components in order to meet production schedule
• Responsible for inventory management review and execute stocking rules preset by management periodically
• Liaising with logistics company for shipment arrangement, shipment status and custom declaration
• Managing suppliers to meet objectives in area of quality, delivery fulfilment and inventory control
• Responsible for documentation on purchasing activities (Vendor code set up, Purchasing Database maintenance, matching and submission of PO/DN/invoice to Finance)
• Handling of RMA/NCT units to suppliers
• Update weekly/monthly reports timely
• Ad-hoc duties assigned
• Able to prioritize work based on urgency

Job Requirement

• Diploma/ degree holder in Supply Chain Management
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant working experience / relevant industries
• Good team player and able to complete tasks assigned in shortest timeline
• Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Strong sense of urgency and highly responsible
• Good in Microsoft Office
• Independent and proactive
• SAP/MRP knowledge preferred
• This role requires liaison work between several Chinese counterparts, customers and HQ. Proficiency of Mandarin is essential and required