Senior Indirect Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

The Indirect Buyer / Sr. Buyer is responsible for sourcing indirect materials, services, and capital equipment required to support automotive manufacturing operations.

This role ensures cost-effective purchasing, supplier performance, and compliance with company standards, while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in a manufacturing environment, supplier negotiations, contract management, and a can-do attitude.

Key Responsibilities :

Purchasing & Sourcing

• Lead procurement of indirect materials, including MRO, facility supplies, tooling, consumables, IT equipment, corporate services, and / or capital equipment.
• Solicit bids, issue RFQs / RFPs, analyze proposals, and negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and spend data for all indirect categories.
• Manage vendor contracts to ensure compliance with cost, delivery, quality, and safety requirements.
• Develop sourcing strategies to reduce cost, improve supplier quality, and support operational efficiency.

Supplier Management & Performance

Collaboration

Cost Control & Analysis

Qualifications

Stanadyne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, gender, color, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other protected class.