Senior Buyer - Manufacturing at Advanced Industries LLC

Odessa, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Leadership, ERP Optimization, Machined Parts Sourcing, Analytics, Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Cross-Functional Leadership, Process Improvement, Supplier Partnerships, Cost Savings, Workflow Automation, Compliance, Digital Sourcing Tools, Risk Exposure, Change Management

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Buyer to lead ERP (Global Shop Solutions) system optimization initiatives and drive the sourcing of machined parts and professional services. This role requires a proactive leader who takes full ownership of procurement initiatives, delivers measurable results through deep-dive analytics, and continuously works to invent and simplify processes. In addition, the Senior Buyer will play a critical role in aligning procurement needs with business requirements, supporting production schedules, and ensuring the timely availability of key goods and services to enable operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead ERP Optimization: Champion the enhancement and optimization of the ERP system, improving data integrity, workflow automation, and reporting capabilities. Machined Parts Sourcing: Own sourcing strategy for machined components, balancing cost, quality, and lead-time while developing strong supplier partnerships. Analytics & Reporting: Build and maintain advanced procurement dashboards, applying deep-dive analytics to identify cost savings, supplier performance trends, and risk exposure. Leadership & Ownership: Act as the procurement lead for cross-functional projects, taking end-to-end ownership from opportunity assessment through to delivery. Deliver Results: Develop and execute strategies that achieve measurable savings, reduce cycle times, and ensure on-time delivery of critical parts and services. Invent & Simplify: Drive process improvements by eliminating inefficiencies, leveraging automation, develop and simplify procurement policies without compromising compliance. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement leadership, including direct experience with machined parts and indirect professional services. Proven ability to optimize ERP/Global Shop Solutions systems or similar procurement platforms. Strong background in procurement analytics, dashboards, and KPIs. Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills. Preferred Skills: Demonstrated experience leading procurement transformation and ERP optimization initiatives. Advanced knowledge of digital sourcing tools and automation platforms (e.g., Global Shop, SAP, Coupa). Familiarity with U.S. federal procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS) for compliance in aerospace and defense contracts. Ability to influence change by blending strategic vision with operational execution. Familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

Responsibilities

The Senior Buyer will lead ERP system optimization initiatives and drive the sourcing of machined parts and professional services. This role involves taking ownership of procurement initiatives and ensuring the timely availability of key goods and services to support operational excellence.