Myhr
Senior Buyer - Purchasing
Towanda, PA, USA · Senior
Work authorization requiredDetected 30 days ago
NegotiationExcelSAPSupply ChainProcurementERPCustomer SupportCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Our employees in 50 countries worldwide - all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
- Our GTP site in Towanda PA specializes in recycling tungsten and manufacturing premium quality tungsten powders-the essential first step in producing high-performance materials for global applications.
- Join a highly motivated team in Towanda, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
Responsibilities
- Manage RFQs, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders for goods and services in a timely manner. Support procurement activities by applying knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Interpret and manage procurement-related documents, including Incoterms, supply agreements, price lists, catalogs, requisitions, vendor quotes, and invoices.
- Lead competitive sourcing and tendering activities in alignment with internal stakeholders and category managers. Evaluate supplier proposals from commercial, pricing, and contractual perspectives to support sound business decisions.
- Negotiate supplier terms and conditions and finalize contracts in accordance with internal policies and governance standards. Manage and develop the supplier base, including onboarding, performance evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Generate and maintain reports using SAP and Microsoft tools to support procurement analysis and decision-making. Communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain a strong customer service focus to support internal and external partners. Perform calculations related to payment terms, discounts, and pricing structures as needed.
- We proudly support the U.S. aerospace and defense sectors by supplying strategic resources critical to national security and advanced manufacturing.
Requirements
- Travel domestically and internationally as required.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's Degree required (preferably Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or Marketing) or at least 5 years of related experience in a related position.
- 8-10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) preferred.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects is a plus.
- Technical, mechanical, or chemical aptitude is a plus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- 24/7 Fitness Center
Equal opportunity
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
- In order to conform with U.S. government regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
- Plansee Group USA
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U
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