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GCG · 5 days ago

Sr Strategic Buyer - Engineered Solutions

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $100K/yr

5+ years exp

GCG Connectivity & Power Solutions is seeking a Senior Strategic Buyer to support customer-designed solutions by developing and executing sourcing strategies. This role involves managing purchasing activities tied to engineered solutions, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and collaborating with various teams to deliver complex solutions.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead procurement activities for customer-designed solutions, ensuring compliance with quality and documentation standards (AS9100, FAIR, PPAP)

Develop and execute sourcing strategies that meet customer specifications, contractual obligations, and cost objectives

Build and strengthen supplier partnerships through regular business reviews, performance tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives

Coordinate supply and demand planning activities to align inbound materials with customer forecasts

Manage and communicate project timelines, deliverables, and risks across procurement, product management, quality, and sales teams

Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and new product approval processes

Track and report KPIs, including supplier on-time delivery, cost performance, and project milestones

Manage internal costing and forecasting processes, ensuring clear visibility to pricing, lead times, and working capital impacts

Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supply issues, improve data integrity, and optimize procurement efficiency

Travel as needed (up to 10%) to suppliers and partners for business reviews and relationship management

Qualification

ProcurementSupply Chain ManagementSourcing StrategiesAS9100 ComplianceAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteERP Systems2D Drawings InterpretationWire HarnessingProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within distribution or contract manufacturing environments

Proven ability to manage complex sourcing projects and communicate effectively across multiple departments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a sense of ownership and follow-through

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (Oracle, Rubicon, or similar)

Familiarity with AS9100 standards and first article production processes (FAIR/PPAP)

Experience interpreting 2D drawings and working within a technical manufacturing environment

Background in wire harnessing, custom assemblies, or engineered electrical solutions

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options (CDHP and PPO) to get you the coverage you need

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Options for supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans

PTO plan with paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Paid compassionate care leave to support personal well-being and family needs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness incentives

Telehealth access

Dental and vision plans

FSAs/HSAs with company contributions

Pet insurance

Legal services

ID theft protection for peace of mind

Company

GCG

GCG is a global provider of wire, cable, and connectivity products, as well as customized solutions for automated factories, serving diverse sectors including Communications, OEM, Data Centers, Renewable Energy and more.

Founded in 2016

Chicago, Illinois, US

1001-5000 employees