Strategic Sourcing Buyer I

JOB DESCRIPTION

Employer Description:

Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer I/II/Senior is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying. This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management. To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.

Supervision Responsibility:

None

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.

Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives Design and implement scalable sourcing plans Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field required Purchasing Certification is preferred Previous project management experience preferred Technical knowledge of HVAC parts and equipment preferred
Strategic Sourcing Buyer I

Strategic Sourcing Buyer I is the first-level classification in the Strategic Sourcing Buyer series and is intended for individuals with a minimum of 2-5 years related work experience. As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments will become more varied and difficult; supervision becomes more general rather than direct.

This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within 6 (six) months of hire:
Lead sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/RFP) for defined categories Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) and should-cost analyses Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements Identify and onboard new suppliers Moderate autonomy; resolving and escalating complex issues to senior staffThe Strategic Sourcing Buyer I receives close instruction or assistance and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the department.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSA's) required.
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. Skilled in managing vendors while focusing on quality and cost elimination Skilled in public speaking, presenting, and leading meetings. Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Ability to travel up to 10% domestically, 5% internationally. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and bridge communication between suppliers, engineering, and stakeholders Ability to negotiate. Ability to pivot as projects or new product requirements change. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to work successfully as a member of a team Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.

Hiring Range:

Between $86,000 - $97,000/annually - position is incentive eligible.

Benefits:

Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!

Additional Considerations:
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening Accepting applications through August 31, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as received and on-going interviews will be conducted as necessary.
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