Apply on Employer Site

Belron® · 3 months ago

Senior Category Buyer, Indirect Procurement

COLUMBUS, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Belron® is an auto glass company focused on providing a fulfilling career for its employees. The Senior Category Buyer will oversee indirect expenditures, develop procurement strategies, lead contract negotiations, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to optimize value across all transactions.

AutomotiveManufacturingTransportation

Responsibilities

Lead and support stakeholders in strategic sourcing initiatives for designated categories by defining scope requirements, developing comprehensive strategies, and executing high-impact projects

Lead the gathering and analysis of cost data, perform high-level price comparisons, conduct in-depth market research, and develop strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize costs and enhance performance

Lead contract activities, define strategic requirements, manage key supplier relationships, and negotiate complex terms to secure competitive prices and advantageous clauses for Safelite, with minimal leadership support required

Utilize ERP (Oracle) to issue Purchase Orders, ensuring adherence to transactional processes, timely delivery/execution, and compliance with contracts

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and business partners to enhance and optimize programs and agreements

Lead the preparation and distribution of comprehensive category reports and in-depth analyses, providing critical insights on performance and identifying high-value opportunities for strategic adjustments and improvements

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Strategic SourcingCost NegotiationContract ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementProcurement SoftwareMarket ResearchAnalytical SkillsIndirect Procurement KnowledgeBusiness AcumenCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Required

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

A minimum of 4-6 years of procurement experience, preferably with extensive expertise in the relevant category

Highly skilled in strategic negotiation and advanced contract management

Expert at cultivating and sustaining high-value supplier relationships

Strong analytical and market research abilities, with extensive experience in analyzing market trends and data

Expertise in procurement software and tools, including advanced systems integration and optimization techniques

Exceptional organizational and strategic time management skills, with a proven track record in overseeing high-level procurement processes and managing complex supply chains efficiently

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS)

Experience in a global procurement environment

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities.

Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days.

Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.

Company

Belron®

Operating in 37 countries across 6 continents, and home to around 29,000 employees, who served 15 million customers in 2022, Belron is the world’s leading vehicle glass repair and replacement group.

Founded in 1897

Luxembourg, Luxembourg, LUX

10001+ employees