Senior Buyer

📋 Description

• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and risks.
• Support sourcing initiatives, including RFx processes, negotiations, and contracts.
• Drive cost, lead-time, and efficiency improvements with KPIs.
• Process requisitions and purchase orders per policy; maintain SAP data.
• Minimise risk to continuity of supply via supplier risk assessments.
• Run MRP (SAP) to ensure timely availability of direct goods.

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of direct procurement experience in manufacturing/robotics/tech.
• Proven experience scaling direct procurement functions.
• Degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field.
• CIPS MCIPS Level 5 or APICS CPIM desirable.
• Strong contract law, terms, and negotiation frameworks.
• Awareness of export controls EAR relevant to robotics/tech.

🎁 Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage for US-based employees.
• 23 days PTO, separate sick leave, and company holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Equity included.
• Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in-office.
• Collaboration with top-tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics.