Technical Buyer

Job Responsibilities Evaluate and select vendors based on their technical capabilities, having a strong understanding of part manufacturing and the ability to translate design requirements into manufacturing needs. Develop competitive negotiations to drive cost reduction initiatives with the global supply base, while meeting capacity and quality requirements. Manage supplier contracts and long‑term agreements with preferred suppliers to ensure that market trends, supplier performance, and future business needs are aligned. Collaborate with supporting resources (Engineering, Quality, Global Supply Chains, Logistics, and Regional Teams) to achieve plan, ensure adequate cycle time to procure materials, and escape critical materials from supplier base to meet customer demands. Leads teams in identification of opportunities to meet objectives for supplier reduction, creation of value, supply chain improvement, and customer satisfaction. Identify opportunities for competitive bidding. Works closely with the team at the DA production sites and service centers. Requirements Experience in Commodity Procurement and Supplier Development. Ability to successfully manage complexity and multiple priorities. Knowledge of metal‑mechanical manufacturing processes, with the ability to read blueprints and perform cost engineering and cost analysis. Proven ability to manage and enhance vendor performance in quality and technical engineering. Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Experience & Education: Bachelor’s degree in technical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. (Preferred) 5+ years of experience in purchasing / procurement within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Competencies Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in technical engineering. Experience in the manufacturing processes in a machine shop environment. Minimum of 5 years of purchasing‑related experience. Compensation Competitive base salary plus bonuses. Excellent benefits package. Travel Will require willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Job Type: Full‑time Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Ability to Commute Springfield, OH 45501 (Required) Springfield, OH 45505 (Preferred) Work Location In person #J-18808-Ljbffr The Champion GSE