Symbotic

Buyer (Steel)

USA Remote & Travel

Sponsorship not specified$71k-$98kDetected 13 days ago

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About the role

What we need Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our dynamic Supply Chain team, with a strong focus on steel and metal procurement.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement process for steel components, ensuring engineering and quality standards are met.
Collaborate with Site Operations, Logistics, Engineering, Planning, and other departments to understand project requirements and generate purchase orders (POs) efficiently in SAP.
Maintain accurate purchase item data and planning parameters within the ERP system.
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to identify and mitigate business risks related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance.
Drive supplier cost initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.
Partner with the supplier follow-up team to track and report on expedited and late material orders; resolve material shortages and problematic parts.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Accounting, Receiving, Production Planning, etc.) to resolve purchasing issues such as quality nonconformance, design changes, material scheduling, and price disputes.
Strong supplier management, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well under pressure.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or Procurement, with strong proficiency in SAP for PR/PO generation, procurement modules, and planning tools.
Proven experience as a tactical buyer in steel, hardware, or metals.
Knowledge of the CRU index and its application in monitoring steel pricing trends.
Ability to leverage regional steel markets to ensure competitive pricing across the owned product categories.
Experience managing procurement timelines and engineering change processes.
Up to 10% of travel may be required.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with PLM tools (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter) and Microsoft SharePoint is a plus.

Nice to have

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain.
Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our dynamic Supply Chain team, with a strong focus on steel and metal procurement.
The ideal candidate will bring tactical buying experience in steel, hardware, or related metals, along with a solid understanding of sourcing best practices and supply base optimization.
Familiarity with key manufacturing processes-such as fabrication, machining, painting, and roll forming.
This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently, effective cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred
equivalent work experience will be considered.

Compensation

The base range for this position in the posted location is $71,000.00 - $97,900.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Company info

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
What we need
Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our dynamic Supply Chain team, with a strong focus on steel and metal procurement. The ideal candidate will bring tactical buying experience in steel, hardware, or related metals, along with a solid understanding of sourcing best practices and supply base optimization. Knowledge of the CRU index and regional steel markets is highly preferred to support competitive pricing strategies. Familiarity with key manufacturing processes-such as fabrication, machining, painting, and roll forming. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently, effective cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
What we do
Knowledge of the CRU index and regional steel markets is highly preferred to support competitive pricing strategies.
Our global procurement organization partners closely with the business to build category strategies that drive competitive advantage.
We own strategic sourcing and supplier agreements end-to-end - from commercial and pricing structures through supplier relationship management - while our sourcing operations ensure disciplined execution at scale.
Our scope spans the full lifecycle: procuring robotics, structural, and automation components at the core of our systems, sourcing third-party partners for installation and deployment, and ensuring robust aftersales support once systems are live - all in service of Symbotic's commitment to reimagining the supply chain and transforming the movement of goods through intelligent automation, while bringing unparalleled value to the customer.
Every decision is grounded in a relentless focus on total cost of ownership, balancing speed and rigor to drive the best outcomes for the business.
Review and analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, market analysis, and aligning scopes with the appropriate suppliers.

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