Commodity Buyer jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Commodity Buyer II (Indirect Purchasing exp req)
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Salary: $80,000 Bonus Opportunities Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long Disability, Pension & 401k w/ match, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time 
Typical Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM 
Start Date: ASAP 
Sponsorship is not available
Relocation assistance is available

Commodity Buyer II (Indirect Purchasing exp req) Description 

Our client, a family-owned company in the Machinery Manufacturing industry is looking for a Commodity Buyer II to add to their team in Virginia Beach, VA. You will play a pivotal role in managing the procurement process for essential goods and services necessary for production and operational activities. Beyond facilitating procurement projects and collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers, this role involves evaluating supplier performance, assessing total cost of ownership, and ensuring supply chain continuity. You will utilize your exceptional negotiation skills to contribute to optimizing key metrics including lead-time, quality, and cost reduction across department-wide expenditures exceeding $300M. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established global manufacturer with amazing benefits and growth opportunities. 

Commodity Buyer II (Indirect Purchasing exp req) Responsibilities

•    Coordinate end-to-end procurement process for production equipment
•    Act as primary contact for the Operations department and lead sourcing
•    Present sourcing decisions to upper management clearly and concisely
•    Analyze market trends, mitigate risks, and develop competent suppliers
•    Negotiate and manage contracts, focusing on key terms and conditions
•    Lead cross-functional sourcing teams and champion Purchasing policies and procedures
•    Proactively seek cost savings and resolve complex supplier issues
•    Visit supplier locations as needed to negotiate, review operations, and ensure quality
•    Maintain records and documentation
•    Perform supplier market analysis and contribute to global purchasing strategies

Commodity Buyer II (Indirect Purchasing exp req) Qualifications  

•    4 years of strategic sourcing experience required
•    1 years of indirect purchasing experience required
•    Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of commercial terms required