Strategic Buyer

The Strategic Buyer is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned direct material categories, with primary responsibility for Metal Fabrication commodities and other strategic component categories. The role ensures cost competitiveness, quality, supply continuity, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while driving procurement excellence across the supply base. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and key suppliers, this position supports new product introductions, localization initiatives, cost reduction programs, and overall business objectives through strategic sourcing and category management leadership.

Strategic Sourcing

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for metal fabrication categories, including sheet metal, machined components, welded assemblies, stamped parts, and fabricated structures. Analyze market trends, commodity risks, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers to identify sourcing opportunities. Lead supplier selection processes, RFQs, negotiations, and contract management activities. Drive cost reduction initiatives through value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE), supplier development, and productivity programs. Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and supplier localization initiatives.

Supplier Management

Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop strategic suppliers. Monitor supplier performance using KPIs related to quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and sustainability. Conduct supplier business reviews and implement corrective action plans where needed.

Cost Management

Lead annual cost reduction and productivity projects. Perform detailed cost analysis and benchmarking of fabricated components and assemblies. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and commercial agreements.

Supply Chain Management

Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor market conditions, raw material trends, and geopolitical factors affecting supply. Develop contingency plans for critical suppliers and components.

Reporting & Analytics

Maintain procurement metrics and dashboards. Prepare sourcing recommendations and management presentations. Utilize ERP and procurement tools to manage supplier information, contracts, and purchasing data.

Tasks and Qualifications

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Logistics and Supply Chain Careers at Dematic Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you.

Logistics and Supply Chain Careers at Dematic Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you.

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join the team – Push it forward.