The main duty of a Strategic Buyer is to lead the project and help in the achievement of strategic purchasing objectives. The job duties that are commonly listed on the Strategic Buyer Resume are – defining objectives and detailed plan for each project, leading the sourcing and supplier selection activities; undertaking to benchmark, managing the supply chain risks and the actions needed to secure the supply chain, negotiating clear, and robust terms and conditions; handing over new suppliers to the other buyers, communicating with other members of the purchasing team; defining and managing a detailed plan for each project; and managing the project tasks.
Summary of skills that can highlight a resume is – experience working in a similar setting, global sourcing expertise, familiarity with strategic procurement, good experience of sourcing, reviewing technical and market needs, and purchasing strategies; and project management experience. The job typically needs a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as supply chain management or its equivalent.
Objective : Dynamic, experienced Strategic Buyer professional is seeking a position in a progressive organization that will fully utilize proven experience in the business field including supply chain management, sales & purchasing. Desire a position that will provide a challenging opportunity to significantly contribute to a company's efficiency, growth, and profitability.
Tracked manufacturing requirements and forecasts to optimize order quantities, timing, and deliveries.
Mitigated nonconformance problems, specification changes, and billing issues.
Consistently exceeded standards on key performance indicators (KPIs) including on-time deliveries, and payments.
Directed five strategic sourcing initiatives including direct and indirect categories, to evaluate potential savings.
Spearheaded a successful eAuction initiative that significantly streamlined the Request for Quote (RFQ) process.
Reduced trucking costs by negotiating to price tied to fuel index, saving $25K in the first year, and mitigating future price volatility due to seasonal demand and spikes in market pricing.
Reduced delinquent delivery times by 50% over three months, from 60% late, to less than 10% on more than $1MM annual spend with a key overseas supplier.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Strategic Buyer Resume
Objective : Creative Strategic Buyer with broad-based and cross functional background in highly competitive Automotive and Heavy Duty Electrical Aftermarket. Recognized as a decisive leader and excellent team player. I am motivated by challenges and seek innovations to delight customers and surprise competitors alike.
Skills : MS Office, Project Management, Communication.
Description :
Managed over $15 million in annual purchases with over 75 suppliers.
Achieved $2.5 million in cost reduction, margin growth, and cost avoidance over a five-year period.
Conducted supplier audits to establish supplier profiles and develop key sources to support production Worldwide.
Utilized FreeMarkets and QuickSource on-line auction tools to solicit quotes globally.
Renegotiated Incoterms and payment terms for non-compliant vendors to reduce effective interest rates and better regulate cash flow.
Developed long-term supply agreements with key suppliers to include Quality, Delivery, Cost, Customer Service, and Warranty terms and conditions.
Developed and executed Strategic Business Development plans for sustained margin growth.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA
Strategic Buyer Resume
Headline : To obtain a Strategic Buyer position with a financially sound & well-positioned organization enabling me to integrate and utilize my planning, problem-solving, team building, and leadership skills in a new industry.
Skills : SAP, Excel, Multitasking.
Description :
Worked with site strategic sourcing to help implement SAP.
Ran reports, supplier escalation.
Managed supplier delivery/quality, capacity constraints, etc.
Assumed the lead role in supplier expedites, escalation.
Supported operations in strategic management of the supply base.
Conducted cost/price analysis for all products under jurisdiction.
Participated in the analysis of competitive pricing received under the strategic sourcing program, conducts user meetings, and recommends the strategic source award.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Strategic Buyer Resume
Objective : A Strategic Buyer position within a manufacturing environment that allows me the opportunity to use the tools and skills that I have acquired to tackle challenging assignments while expanding and growing professionally.
Skills : Procurement, Sourcing, Negotiation.
Description :
Reported directly to the Vice President of Facilities.
Charged with sourcing and negotiating prices, quality, and lead-times for all materials purchased which included raw materials such as stainless and carbon steels for melting, MRO supplies, assembly components, subcontracting of heat treating, plating and painting, perishable & durable tooling, and other materials, supplies and services for all facilities (5) in the corporation.
Handled all supply chain and freight concerns for the corporation.
Developed and maintained supplier monitoring and grading systems.
Maintained inventory levels of all raw materials and set goals for inventory levels for all plants to maintain adequate turns.
Handled all building services for 1 facility and equipment maintenance contracts for all facilities.
Wrote the MS Access computer code for the supplier report cards and other systems for monitoring our supplier database and internal inventory controls.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Strategic Buyer Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Strategic Buyer with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Management, Procurement, Materials Management, Lean Six Sigma, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Database Management, Execution.
Description :
Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and recommending improvements on the use and effectiveness of various purchasing management systems.
Accountable for writing and processing contracts with tier one stampers that directly correlated to increased product development and timeliness.
Developed outstanding vendor relationships.
Excellent negotiator with a proven history of attaining the best price and best delivery.
Performed all functions of purchasing including the requisitioning and procurement of industrial steel for direct processing.
Provided guidance in major areas of procurement management and support, procurement policy, operation contracting support, enterprise business systems and operations, and procurement oversight.
Sourced and allocated new business to processors.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Strategic Buyer Resume
Headline : An experienced Strategic Buyer Professional with a record of enhancing company financial and operational success. Excellent internal and external customer service skills, able to identify and resolve problems accurately, promptly, and tactfully in a timely manner while meeting challenging deadlines and delivering on goals.
Managed material cost reduction for fabrication, electro-mechanical, technology, and OEM commodities, as well as managed strategic supplier relationships.
Collaborated with the Engineering Department to develop 'Statement of Work' for outsourced engineered products used for internal manufacturing.
Negotiated time and material and non-fixed fee contract agreements.
Implemented a Supplier Score Card System that evaluated performance and product quality, as well as the commercial and technical performance levels of strategic suppliers.
Utilized Supplier Forum to reduce product cost, resulting in a win of equipment business from customers, achieved direct material cost savings of $500,000.
Managed the successful transfer of full product manufacturing capability to a company-owned facility in Seremban, Malaysia.
Negotiated strategic agreements that supported new product development in the United States, as well as production and customer installation in Malaysia.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS
Strategic Buyer Resume
Objective : As a Strategic Buyer, responsible for Analyzing product performance at the store level within the assigned category, Collaborating with Replenishment Analyst on inventory levels and distribution.
Skills : SAP, Microsoft Office, Accounting, Procurement, Marketing, Canistherapy.
Description :
Responsible for sourcing electronic components and wiring for an automotive harness manufacturer.
Placed purchase orders, resolve vendor quality issues, and negotiate cost savings for materials and tooling.
Reviewed MRP for requirements and expedites.
Maintained vendor relations and set up new suppliers.
Had oversight of the tactical buying position.
Resolved material variances on manufacturing orders.
Set up item numbers in the Item Master along with sourcing information.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MS
Strategic Buyer Resume
Objective : Strategic Buyer with 2 years of experience in Working with Category Manager on ad layouts, item selection, and ad proofing Oversees advertising for assigned categories, Analyzing ads and drives change to optimize ad performance, and also Conducting line reviews for assigned categories Initiates Plan-O-Grams.
Successfully maintained inventory levels at corporate goals.
Played an instrumental role in the establishment of a supplier portal website that provides an RSS Feed on order status.
Program has dramatically enhanced on-time deliveries.
Managed vendor sourcing/qualification and on-going negotiations and relations.
Provided continual analysis of direct and indirect charges to determine actual costs.
Analyzed BPCS generated material requirement planning reports and release orders to support JIT guidelines.
Identified, qualified, and negotiated outsourced machine shop manufacturing to ensure adherence to contractual time constraints and quality standards.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS
Strategic Buyer Resume
Objective : A successful Strategic Buyer with significant contributions and achievements in key positions throughout the manufacturing environment. Proven track record of developing relationships with suppliers to achieve major cost savings and services for improved profitability.
Skills : SUpervising, Negotiation, MS office.
Description :
Led buyer responsible for contract negotiations & implementation of new enterprise-wide services & projects.
Packaged Design & Development for Customer Self Install Kits.
Responsible for quarterly contract audits & supplier scorecards.
Responsible for purchasing department KPI's and ISO compliance.
Successfully transferred supply chain to the Purchasing Organization in Malaysia, as well as negotiated indirect agreements for necessary services such as contract workforce and clean room services.
Gained consensus to change the material grade on exterior sheet metal drawings, resulting in a cost reduction of 8% Achieved $400,000 in indirect IT spend-through commercial negotiations.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Strategic Buyer Resume
Summary : Organized and detail-oriented individual with over 10 years of experience in a Strategic Buyer professional position. Expert in coordinating, planning, and accommodating needs. Successfully developed strong relationships with quality vendors. Proven ability to manage schedules, meet tight deadlines, and offer consistently strong leadership.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Detail Oriented, Design.
Description :
Setup long-term purchasing strategies for new and existing programs.
Directed and managed activities within the procurement arena in accordance with the strategic directives and policies set forth by the Supply Chain Manager.
Reported and advised the Supply Chain Manager on the attainment of the procurement plan with cost, quality, schedule, and inventory levels.
Continually improved the efficiencies and cost-effectiveness of procurement in collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality Assurance, Sales, Program Management, and Finance using Lean methods.
Developed, implemented, and maintained various manufacturing plans, bill-of-materials, work instructions, and illustrations to define and document as-built configuration.
Developed a formulated costing tool for the sales team in order to create proposals for new clientele.
Planned and scheduled programs/projects by applying schedule performance measurement techniques and associated cost measurement techniques.
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