Buyer
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteSan Antonio, Texas, United States
EXPIREDSan Antonio, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$150,000–$200,000 yearLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Establish ways to identify and quantify opportunities to reduce the cost of products and services for each category area. Liaise with stakeholders assessing business requirements to ensure they can deliver sourcing strategy, then deliver robust implementation plans supporting early supplier engagement, cost saving projects, tendering, contracting, and capacity management. Monitor progress of strategies and modifications in line with the changing business environment plans. Maintain awareness of technological and market changes to deliver total cost improvements and implement best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
- Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
- Must have excellent follow-through skills
- Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanour and be comfortable in most social settings
- Must be open to domestic and international travel
- Desire and proven ability to learn and grow
- Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work in a high-stress environment
- Detail-oriented and able to work independently
- Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise
- Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions
- Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project
- Must be able to remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear
- Must be occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk
- Must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds
- Must have close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- Must be comfortable in an in-person office environment
- Must be able to operate in both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment
- Must be subject to noise and temperature changes
Desired Qualifications
- Technical competence is a plus
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