Senior Strategic Buyer

At UVeye, we’re on a mission to redefine vehicle safety and reliability on a global scale. Founded in 2016, we pioneered the world’s first fully automated suite of AI‑powered vehicle inspection systems, combining computer vision, machine learning, and generative AI. With over $380M in funding and strategic partnerships with Toyota, Amazon, General Motors, JLR, Volvo, and Hertz, our technology is deployed across manufacturing plants, dealerships, wholesale auctions, fleets, and seaports worldwide. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026, our 300+ global employees are solutions‑oriented, accountable, and driven by one shared goal: making roads safer for everyone. Our Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing procurement activities to ensure the timely and cost‑effective acquisition of goods and services. This role involves maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and procedures. A day in the life and how you’ll make an impact: Process purchase orders and track their status to ensure on‑time delivery. Collaborate with vendors to negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms. Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier agreements. Monitor inventory and forecast supply needs to prevent shortages or overstocking. Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and budget guidelines. Address and resolve any issues related to orders, deliveries, or vendor performance. Handle emergency part requests and propose solutions Provide budget updates on spare parts spending and shipping expenses. Cross‑functional collaboration within the organization, such as Finance, R&D, NPI, and Engineering, while ensuring best procurement practices. Manage Contract Manufacturers’ management capabilities to ensure the availability of products to support scale‑up and flexibility on product changes. Implement and set up the right processes, policies, and practical tools to assist procurement activities and projects in the SC group. Full responsibility for operational KPIs in terms of OTD, Cost Saving, and Supplier performances. Requirements: 5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent negotiation and communication abilities. Proficiency with ERP or purchasing systems ( NetSuite experience strongly preferred ). Familiarity with workflow/project management tools ( such as Monday.com ). Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles. Attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines. Ability to take initiative, own tasks and be flexible regarding changing priorities Knowledge of budgeting processes Benefits we offer: Company 401k Match. Career growth as we scale across the US. Compensation: UVeye provides salary ranges that comply with the New Jersey State Law on salary transparency in job advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, location, education, and operational needs. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentives or other forms of compensation or benefits. The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000 - 120,000. In addition, this position is eligible for a bonus. Why UVeye: Pioneer Advanced Solutions: Harness cutting‑edge technologies in AI, machine learning, and computer vision to revolutionize vehicle inspections. Drive Global Impact: Your innovations will play a crucial role in enhancing automotive safety and reliability, impacting lives and businesses on an international scale. Career Growth Opportunities: Participate in a journey of rapid development, surrounded by groundbreaking advancements and strategic industry partnerships. UVeye is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr