Job Description
Insight Global is seeking a Senior Buyer who brings deep buying expertise, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to lead strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who is considered a subject matter expert and is operating at the level of people leadership. This role will own supplier strategy, drive measurable improvements, and partner cross-functionally to influence cost, delivery, and performance outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations focused on total cost and performance
- Analyze spend, inventory, and supplier data to identify savings and improvement opportunities
- Develop and manage supplier performance metrics and corrective action plans
- Drive long-term category strategies while balancing tactical execution
- Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing decisions
- Serve as a go-to expert for complex supply challenges and supplier relationships
- Support and mentor less experienced buyers as needed
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Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive buying or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated ownership of strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier development
- Advanced analytical skills with experience driving decisions through data
- Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort analyzing complex spend and inventory data
- Experience developing and managing supplier KPIs and performance improvement plans
- Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive change
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or dashboard development
- Background in hydromechanical, fabrication, or engineered components
- Experience leading sourcing projects or mentoring junior buyers
- Exposure to cost modeling, contract negotiations, or long-term category strategy
- Certifications such as CPSM, APICS/ASCM, Six Sigma (not required)
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.