Category Buyer

Category Buyer

The Category Buyer will support the Global Category Manager for Resins and Plastics in managing sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and cost optimization initiatives. This role is responsible for data analysis, market intelligence, and reporting that enable fact-based decision-making and strategic category management across global operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Strategic Sourcing & RFQs

Generate, distribute, and negotiate RFQs in alignment with Global Sourcing Procedures.

Support the quote processes for customer RFQs and consolidate analysis for management review.

Supplier Management

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Negotiate pricing and long-term contracts while ensuring compliance with company policies and cost-saving initiatives.

Maintain supplier databases, contracts, and performance scorecards.

Support sustainability and compliance initiatives within the supply base.

Category Strategy Development

Assist in developing and executing sourcing strategies for resins and plastics.

Analyze spend data and forecast demand.

Create homogenous categories and work across groups to develop a global strategy.

Project Support

Act as the purchasing interface for platform projects.

Participate in project meetings and contribute to sourcing decisions.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and / or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strong analytical and quantitative skills; advanced Microsoft Office required, Power BI / Tableau preferred

Knowledge of procurement processes and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QAD, etc.)

Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to support global stakeholders

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Business and financial acumen

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration across global and cross-functional teams

Problem-solving mindset

Continuous improvement orientation

Education / Special Knowledge - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field. CPP is a plus.

Experience- 3+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain (internships or co-ops considered).

Physical Demands / Work Environment - Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer, may require local, domestic and international travel. This position will be located out of Troy MI, or remote with a travel requirement.

Site Benefits :

Comprehensive Medical, dental, and vision plans

401 (k) plan with employer matching

Profit sharing program

Exciting internal development opportunities

Cafe Parking for electric vehicles

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment :

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