Strategic Buyer

Position Summary Fives North American Combustion (HQ: Cleveland) is hiring a permanent, full-time Strategic Buyer to join our team in Cleveland, OH. Fives North American Combustion is a dynamic subsidiary of the renowned Fives Group (HQ: Paris). With over 100 years of groundbreaking contributions to industrial combustion, we lead in thermal process engineering and manufacturing worldwide. From designing and producing burners and industrial furnaces to installing and servicing combustion systems, we serve industries such as aluminum, steel, forging, incineration, oil and gas, mineral, paper, glass, and food. Our blend of innovative energy and expertise delivers unparalleled technology, breakthrough products, and performance‑enhancing solutions. We believe in innovation through collaboration and drive to tackle technological, environmental, social, and economic challenges. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and categories to improve quality, delivery, and cost. Determine procurement method, including direct purchase, indirect purchase, RFQ, or strategic sourcing initiatives. Prepare RFQs to optimize commodity spend with TCO in a global sourcing arena. Own the supplier transition process. Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, contracts, terms, and service agreements within budgetary limitations and scope of authority. Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, pricing fluctuations, and industry risks to support business decisions. Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships while monitoring supplier performance metrics including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost. Develop and grow suppliers in BCCs (Best Cost Countries). Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, and process improvements to execute the company’s savings objectives. Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and inventory teams to support production requirements and new product initiatives. Lead supplier development and onboarding activities, including supplier setup within ERP systems – creating suppliers, procuring tooling, monitoring samples, and approving production purchases. Resolve supplier performance issues and coordinate corrective actions with quality and operations teams. Support inventory optimization and long‑term supply planning activities. Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and import/export regulations including Incoterms. Approve invoices for payment and resolve invoice discrepancies as needed. Maintain accurate procurement records including contracts, supplier performance data, and purchasing history. Execute strategy from procurement director and procurement roadmap. Qualifications 7+ years of purchasing, strategic sourcing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing supplier relationships. Experience with domestic and international sourcing and importing into the U.S. Strong background in global sourcing strategies. Comprehensive understanding of supply chain management concepts and procurement best practices. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement software platforms. Ability to read bills of material and manufacturing routings. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package featuring coverage for the majority of health insurance premiums, along with company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability. 401(k) with 6% match and immediate vesting. Paid vacation, sick and volunteer time. Paid holidays. Parental leave. Tuition reimbursement. Training and development. Company social events. Work/life balance. and more! Why Join Us We are visionaries, challengers, collaborators, and relationship-builders. We are passionate and proud of our history, products, and services. We take care of each other, our customers, and our communities because it is the right thing to do. Collectively, we solve problems for companies around the world and offer the highest quality products and services to make our customers and our workforce successful. Our team is made up of motivated, intelligent, and engaged creators who work hard, play hard, and are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of fossil fuels. Industry can do it with you! #J-18808-Ljbffr Fives