Senior Buyer
Summary
Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing procurement and supplier relationships for two sites, while supporting the Director of Strategic Sourcing in integrating legacy procurement processes into Aspen Surgical systems and operating model. This role will focus on improving procurement discipline, enabling forecast-driven purchasing, and transitioning from reactive buying to a more strategic, data driven approach. The role will support cost optimization initiatives, supplier performance management, and process standardization aligned with strategic sourcing.
In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity To
Foundational multi-category understanding including technical product knowledge, internal sourcing processes, cost drivers, related industry dynamics and market trends.
Drives process standardization and coordination with cross-functional partners to support supplier selection, associated contract negotiations, supplier performance and relationship management.
Perform data analyses and utilize financial skills to support identification of opportunities to leverage scale and drive cost savings.
Executes purchase orders aligned with demand forecasts and planning parameters, minimizing expediting and reactive purchasing.
Establishes and maintains accurate master data including lead times, MOQs, pricing, and supplier details
Transitions manual and decentralized purchasing processes into standardized, system-driven workflows
Identifies opportunities for supplier consolidation, cost savings, and contract alignment
Understands and develops adequate inventory turns to meet organizational goals
Supports contracting with regional direct and indirect suppliers
Manages the Approved Supplier List, improves procurement visibility, reporting, and supplier performance tracking
Follows environmental and safety regulations and acts in compliance with US laws
Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics
What You Need to Succeed in This Position
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A minimum of 4-6 years of purchasing experience, including at least 2-3 years of contracting and supplier negotiation experience
Proven experience leading supplier negotiations and managing supplier performance across multiple categories
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and guide or mentor less experienced buyers
ERP software experience, with in-depth knowledge of MRP
Working knowledge of total cost analysis concepts and how to apply them to sourcing decisions
Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights
Excellent understanding of statistical concepts used to formulate safety stock quantities to meet customer service levels
Experience with implementing and maintaining a Lean Material Flow manufacturing environment is a plus
Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supply chain results
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment; M&A integration experience is a plus
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience with ERP forecasting software
Proficient in Microsoft Office including, word, excel and Outlook
Certification from APICS or ISM preferred