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Safelite · 4 days ago

Corporate Buyer - Indirect Procurement

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Safelite is a company focused on procurement strategies and supplier relationships. The Procurement Category Buyer will support and execute procurement strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure optimal value for the organization while building relationships with key suppliers and analyzing performance for improvements.

Automotive

Responsibilities

Assist stakeholders with strategic sourcing activities for designated categories by supporting the development of scopes, strategies, and project execution

Conduct market research to find potential suppliers and opportunities

Collect data, conduct benchmark pricing to identify opportunities, conduct market research, and assist in developing sourcing strategies to execute initiatives to manage costs and improve performance

Coordinate contract activities, recommend requirements, manage suppliers, and negotiate terms with leadership support to secure competitive prices and favorable clauses for Safelite

Utilize ERP (Oracle) to issue Purchase Orders to ensure compliance with transactional processes, timely delivery/execution, and adherence to contracts that support the procure-to-pay process within Safelite

Establish and sustain trustworthy relationships with suppliers and business partners to support programs and agreements

Prepare and share category reports and analyses to offer insights on performance and identify opportunities for improvements

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupplier relationship managementAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsProcurement software proficiencyContract lifecycle managementMarket research skillsBusiness acumenCross-functional communicationIndirect procurement knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteEffective communicationOrganizational skillsTime management